na-adjective
stoic; stoical
Describes a person or attitude that endures hardship without showing emotion, in the classical philosophical sense.
彼はどんな苦境でもストイックな態度を崩さない。
He never loses his stoic attitude no matter how difficult the situation.
na-adjective
self-disciplined;
Commonly used for someone who imposes strict discipline on themselves, often in training, diet, or lifestyle. More about self-control than emotional suppression.
彼女はストイックに甘いものを断っている。
She strictly avoids sweets with self-discipline.
ストイックな練習メニューを毎日こなしている。
He follows an austere training regimen every day.
noun
Refers specifically to a follower of Stoicism, the ancient Greek school of philosophy. Less common in everyday conversation.
マルクス・アウレリウスは有名なストイックである。
Marcus Aurelius is a famous Stoic.