Meaning of the word resilience in English

What does resilience mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

resilience

US /rɪˈzɪl.jəns/
UK /rɪˈzɪl.jəns/

Noun

1.

the capacity to recover quickly from difficulties; toughness

Example:
The community showed remarkable resilience after the earthquake.
Her resilience helped her overcome many challenges in life.
2.

the ability of a substance or object to spring back into shape; elasticity

Example:
The material's high resilience makes it ideal for shock absorption.
The foam mattress offers excellent resilience and comfort.