Word of the Day - attitude

attitude

noun
at·ti·tude ˈa-tə-ˌtüd -ˌtyüd
1 the arrangement of the parts of a body or figure : posture
2 a position assumed for a specific purpose
3 a ballet position similar to the arabesque in which the raised leg is bent at the knee
4a a mental position with regard to a fact or state
4b a feeling or emotion toward a fact or state
5 the position of a craft (such as an aircraft or spacecraft) determined by the relationship between its axes and a reference datum (such as the horizon or a particular star)
6 a bodily state of readiness to respond in a characteristic way to a stimulus (such as an object, concept, or situation)
7a a negative or hostile state of mind
7b a cool, cocky, defiant, or arrogant manner

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Even with the right attitude, finishing strong may not prevent a post race slump or even a fall to the ground.