18
tough(adjective, characteristic, clear, strong, severe)
17
chivalrous(adjective, strong, polite, noble, thoughtful)
15
martial(adjective, characteristic, bold, courage, spirited)
14
fiery(adjective, characteristic, bright, energetic, passionate)
14
assured(adjective, characteristic, certain, bold, courage)
13
spirited(adjective, characteristic, strong, energetic, lively)
13
Spartan(adjective, characteristic, plain, noble, bold)
12
red-blooded(adjective, characteristic, vigorous, noble, bold)
12
defiant(adjective, strong, bold, spirited, brave)
12
impavid(adjective, characteristic, bold, courage, spirited)
11
cool(adjective, characteristic, person, bold, courage)
11
indomitable(adjective, characteristic, strong, determined, vigorous)
11
tenacious(adjective, characteristic, firm, determined, vigorous)
10
masculine(adjective, vigorous, noble, virile, manlike)
10
stand(adjective, characteristic, courage, bravery)
10
staunch(adjective, firm, determined, vigorous, noble)
8
stalwart(adjective, characteristic, strong, firm, noble)
8
steadfast(adjective, clear, strong, tough, severe)
7
dashing(adjective, strong, polite, noble, thoughtful)
7
determined(adjective, clear, strong, tough, severe)
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