mettle Synonyms

nerve spunk heart strength of character valiance touchwood temperament strength starch spirit sand resolve resolution resilience pugnacity prowess valor virility fearlessness true grit spunkiness presence of mind moral fiber balls grits mettlesomeness stoutheartedness hearts makeup guts brio manfulness hardihood dauntlessness propendency pluckiness pluck diathesis determination daring courageousness courage confidence character caliber bravery braveness boldness blood backbone