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adv

courageously

adv
1
In a brave manner; without giving in to fear.
"She courageously stood up to the bullies."
"The soldiers fought courageously despite being outnumbered."

How to Use Courageously

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In plain EnglishBravely; in a way that shows courage.

Word Forms

more courageously comparative, most courageously superlative

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Etymology

Formed from courageous plus the adverb-forming suffix -ly.

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