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noun

bravery

BRAY-vuh-ree
noun
1
The quality of facing danger, pain, or difficulty without giving in to fear.
"He was awarded a medal for bravery during the rescue."
"It took real bravery to admit she was wrong."

How to Use Bravery

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In plain EnglishCourage — the quality of being brave.

Common pairings
act of bravery medal for bravery show bravery

Word Forms

braveries plural

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Etymology

From French braverie, from braver ("to brave"), related to brave.

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