polso

Definitions of polso
  1. noun
    a joint between the distal end of the radius and the proximal row of carpal bones
    synonyms: carpo
  2. noun
    the lap consisting of a turned-back hem encircling the end of the sleeve or leg
    synonyms: gemello, polsino
  3. noun
    the trait of being resolute
    synonyms: fermezza, risolutezza
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    antonyms:
    indeterminazione, irresolutezza
    the trait of being irresolute; lacking firmness of purpose
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    autarchia, autocontrollo, autogoverno, self-control
    the trait of resolutely controlling your own behavior
    determinatezza, determinazione, grinta
    the quality of being determined to do or achieve something; firmness of purpose
    esclusivismo, intransigenza
    the trait of being intransigent; stubbornly refusing to compromise
    accanimento, ostinazione, pertinacia, tenacia, tenacità
    persistent determination
    attività, industria, laboriosità, operosità
    persevering determination to perform a task
    type of:
    tratto
    a distinguishing feature of your personal nature
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