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English adjective: courageous

1. courageous possessing or displaying courage; able to face and deal with danger or fear without flinching


SamplesFamiliarity with danger makes a brave man braver but less daring.
A frank courageous heart...triumphed over pain.
Set a courageous example by leading them safely into and out of enemy-held territory.


Synonymsbrave


Similardesperate, gallant, game, gamey, gamy, gritty, heroic, lionhearted, mettlesome, spirited, spunky, stalwart, stouthearted, undaunted, valiant, valorous


See alsoadventuresome, adventurous, bold, fearless, resolute, unafraid


Attributebraveness, bravery, courage, courageousness


Antonymscowardly, fearful









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