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stamina
1[stam-uh-nuh]
noun
strength of physical constitution; power to endure disease, fatigue, privation, etc.
stamina
2[stam-uh-nuh]
noun
a plural of stamen.
stamina
1/ ˈæɪə /
noun
enduring energy, strength, and resilience
stamina
2/ ˈæɪə /
noun
a plural of stamen
Other 51Թ Forms
- ˈٲԲ adjective
51Թ History and Origins
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of stamina1
Example Sentences
He was sent to the front early by Lordan and his stamina proved crucial as he ran out an impressive winner in the race's 246th running.
This crisis is a test of our collective stamina for what is a marathon and not a sprint.
Any woman wanting to make it in comedy today had better grind it out while she has the stamina.
They understand her character is everything, her stamina, her fortitude, her resilience.
Darby is the mom to two young boys, so she requires someone with stamina and flexibility.
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When To Use
Stamina is endurance—the strength or energy to keep going, even when tired or facing other unfavorable conditions.The word is most commonly used in the context of sports to refer to the ability to continue performing despite fatigue. Athletes train to improve their stamina.Stamina is also the plural form of the word stamen, which is the part of a flower that produces pollen. Interestingly, both senses of the word are based on the same Latin root.Example: A lot of players are fast and strong, but it’s the ones who have worked to increase their stamina who are most effective at the end of a long game.
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