stoicism

noun

sto·​i·​cism ˈstō-ə-ˌsi-zəm How to pronounce stoicism (audio)
Synonyms of stoicismnext
1
Stoicism : the philosophy of the Stoics
2
: indifference to pleasure or pain : impassiveness
especially : acceptance of misfortune without complaint or discernible emotion

Examples of stoicism in a Sentence

She endured his criticism with her usual stoicism.
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In a great dramatic irony, his artistic pursuits, far away from the regimented goal of militaristic stoicism, lead to his initial tryout. — Siddhant Adlakha, Vulture, 31 Aug. 2026 His coming chapter is likely to be more about stoicism than athleticism. — Dan Pompei, New York Times, 21 July 2026 An opportunity for players to showcase their personalities in a sport that often tends toward stoicism. — Ian Miller Outkick, FOXNews.com, 15 July 2026 Melliti keeps the shy teenager’s reactions neutral, Fatima’s stoicism a strategy to prevent exposing her inexperience. — Los Angeles Times, 12 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for stoicism

Word History

First Known Use

1626, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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“Stoicism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stoicism. Accessed 5 Sep. 2026.

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