on one's mettle (Meaning)
on one's mettle
vigor and strength of spirit or temperament (see temperament sense 1a), staying quality, strength of spirit, ability to keep going, aroused to do one's best, quality of temperament or disposition
Synonyms & Antonyms of on one's mettle
FAQs About the word on one's mettle
vigor and strength of spirit or temperament (see temperament sense 1a), staying quality, strength of spirit, ability to keep going, aroused to do one's best, qu
positive,intent, determined, resolute, decisive, bent (on or upon), firm, resolved, bound, purposeful
unresolved, skeptical, unsettled, undetermined, faltering, indecisive, hesitant, wavering, doubtful, suspicious
The competitor rose to the occasion, putting their mettle to the test.
The unexpected challenge pushed them to showcase their true mettle.
With determination, they confronted the adversity that tested their mettle.
The athlete displayed immense mettle during the grueling race.
