Joseph B. Wirthlin

Much of the Netherlands lies considerably below sea level, as you well know. Through the process of building dikes to wall out the salty sea and through pumping the water into canals, the country of the ingenious, resourceful, and doughty Dutch has literally been born of the sea.

American Businessman

Susan Lucci

You don't have to get doughty or, suddenly, because you have a new label on you, 'Oh, I'm 50, so therefore, I have to be a certain thing.' Follow your heart and look at your rear view as well as your front view!

American Actress

Jacob Rees-Mogg

A nanny, by being the child's doughty defender, may put sensitive noses out of joint.

English Politician

Used more often in books and stories, not common in everyday conversation.

Literary Usage

Implies positive admiration for someone's bravery and perseverance.

Positive Connotation

While respected, it may seem old-fashioned or overly formal in modern settings.

Doughty