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hardy

HAR-dee/ˈhɑːrdi/

Able to withstand harsh conditions or hardship.

The hardy shrub stays green beneath snow and ice.

A healthy, compact evergreen shrub remains green and upright in exposed rocky soil despite snow and ice weighing on its branches.
Etymology
hardyOld Frenchbold, brave

Old French hardi meant “bold” or “brave.” With influence from English hard, this toughness of spirit extended to physical resilience: the ability to withstand difficult conditions.

In context

Growing In The Garden2:04
They are hardy down to -10° F.
FOXGLOVES: From Seed to Harvest (Even in Hot Climates)

More examples

  • A few hardy hikers continued through the sleet.
  • These goats are hardy enough for mountain weather.
  • Choose a hardier variety for the exposed garden.

Forms

hardy · hardier · hardiest

hardiness noun — ability to withstand difficult conditions

Similar words

resilient
Emphasizes recovery after difficulty rather than enduring harsh conditions.
tough
Broader and more informal; can refer to strength or difficulty.