STOLPITUDE

Dogged and resourceful determination to compensate for, and/or atone for, past mistakes, especially in the face of overwhelming odds.

This term is directly inspired by the epic January 1993 struggle, viewed around the world, of James and Jennifer Stolpa and their baby. They turned down a side road while driving towards Idaho through northern Nevada, seeking a shortcut--a highly dubious venture at that time of year-- got lost in the snow, and almost lost their lives. James Stolpa struggled miles alone through the snow for help and saved his family while suffering severe frostbite. Each time another family is lost in the snow, the TV stations haul out the Stolpa footage and recall their struggle.

Augustino was past denial and ready to admit that a sufficiency of beer was not the only thing he should have considered before deciding to take the Boston Whaler to Hawaii. But no-one could accuse him of lacking Stolpitude. Grabbing the nearest floating keg, he set his course and kicked off for San Pedro.

STOLPITUDE by Oliver from Bolivar January 12, 2009

solitude

Being alone without any regrets, sadness, or depression. Not to be confused with "loneliness," where you are by yourself but long for the companionship of others.

Nicholas stayed at his mountain retreat in complete solitude. He was happy with his life.

solitude by NarooN January 7, 2010

Solitude

To be purposely seperated from other people.

"When seeking the wisdom and clarity of your own mind, silence is a helpful tool. The voice of our spirit is gentle and cannot be heard when it has to compete with others. Just as it is impossible to see your reflection in troubled water, so too is it with the soul. In silence, we can sense eternity sleeping inside us."

-Ethan Hawke

He devoted himself to solitude, prayer and the service of the poor, and before long went on a pilgrimage to Rome.

Solitude by Ninja22222 January 25, 2017

fortress of solitude 

The place that serves as a base for superman. It was first seen in superman #17 on the borders of metropolis, however it is now usually thought to be located in antartica.

Superman keeps all his discoveries, artifacts, and inventions in his fortress of solitude.

fortress of solitude by Abdallah February 4, 2006

Fortress of Solitude 

1. The place that serves as a base for superman. It was first seen in superman #17 on the borders of metropolis, however it is now usually thought to be located in antartica.

2. The bathroom at work, in it's solitude, you can have a few minutes of peace and quiet.

I'll call you from the fortress of solitude, in a few minutes.

Fortress of Solitude by ratpak5 March 22, 2011

relax in solitude

Wank

Will: you got any plans for tonight?

Jamie: nah, probs will just stay home and relax in solitude.

relax in solitude by Ambouk February 25, 2020

Solitude

happiness

The man was most happy in solitude.

Solitude by RemoveKebab December 31, 2014