hardy Definition

hardy
adj hardier, hardiest

1. Tough; strong; able to bear difficult conditions.

Thesaurus: durable, sturdy, rugged, stalwart, strong, vigorous, firm, tough, rigorous, robust; Antonym: unhealthy, weak.
2. Said of a plant: able to survive outdoors in winter.
3. Bold; courageous.

Thesaurus: brave, resolute, dauntless, bold, intrepid, valiant, audacious.
4. Foolhardy; rash.

Derivative: hardily
adverb

Derivative: hardiness
noun

Etymology: 13c: from French hardi, from hardir to become bold.