noun, na-adjective
steadfast principles; firm resolve; constancy
A yojijukugo describing a person who remains unwaveringly faithful to their principles and commitments. Often used in formal or literary contexts to praise someone's integrity.
彼は志操堅固な人物で、どんな誘惑にも負けなかった。
He is a person of firm principles and never gave in to any temptation.
志操堅固の精神を持って、最後まで信念を貫いた。
With a spirit of steadfast resolve, he stuck to his beliefs to the very end.
A yojijukugo composed of 志 (will, intention), 操 (principle, fidelity), 堅 (firm, solid), and 固 (hard, steadfast). The combination literally means 'will and principles firm and solid,' emphasizing unwavering moral integrity.