Meaning & use

trouper

noun·Advanced

A person who works hard, remains cheerful, and keeps going despite difficulties, especially in a group effort.

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Despite the rain, the whole cast was a real trouper and finished the outdoor show.

She's such a trouper, always the first to volunteer when something goes wrong.

A note on using this word

Do not confuse "trouper" with "trooper," a soldier or police officer; the words sound identical.

Words with a similar meaning

stalwart

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