bravery

[ brey-vuh-ree, breyv-ree ]

noun

, plural brav·er·ies.

1. brave spirit or conduct; courage; valor.

   Synonyms: boldness, fearlessness, intrepidity, spunk, mettle, nerve, audacity, spirit, pluck, heroism, prowess, daring

   Antonyms: cowardice

2. showiness; splendor; magnificence.

Other Words From

• over·braver·y noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of bravery¹

First recorded in 1540–50; probably from Italian braveria; equivalent to brave + -ery

Synonym Study

See courage.

Example Sentences

In the quest for fragments of solace, it’s also perhaps understandable that when tales of bravery are found, they are celebrated unashamedly.

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The Edelstam Prize honours individuals who show exceptional bravery in defending human rights, in memory of Swedish diplomat Harald Edelstam.

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George had called for "bravery" earlier in the week.

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The way they played out from the back, with such bravery and confidence, was impressive and Liverpool had to dig very deep to recover from 1-0 down and beat them.

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Hidden away in a church in Hamburg is a plaque dedicated to a relatively unknown Welsh woman, outlining astonishing acts of bravery.

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Related Words

• courage
• daring
• fearlessness
• fortitude
• gallantry
• grit
• heroism
• mettle
• spirit
• spunk
• valor