bravery

noun

brav·ery ˈbrāv-rē How to pronounce bravery (audio)

ˈbrā-və-

plural braveries

: the quality or state of having or showing mental or moral strength to face danger, fear, or difficulty : the quality or state of being brave : courage

showing bravery under fire

: fine clothes

wearing their Sunday bravery

: showy display

… the streets strewed with flowers and full of pageantry, banners, and bravery.

John Evelyn

Example Sentences

He received a medal for bravery. children in their Sunday bravery

Recent Examples on the Web It was composed for a documentary about the San Francisco General Hospital AIDS ward during the 1980s — and the bravery and devotion of the doctors and nurses who cared for the sick in those years.

Thom Duffy, Billboard, 27 July 2022 The young activist’s feelings about the past and the bravery of Lam and his comrades advances the film’s thesis of what Hong Kong means to its citizens.

Richard Kuipers, Variety, 27 July 2022 Shared my story in KEEP SWEET: PRAY AND OBEY, a new Netflix documentary series that gives an in-depth look into our experience in the FLDS, the bravery of our community members who have escaped and spoken out to help others.

Andy Meek, BGR, 9 June 2022 The advocacy group Global Athlete released a statement saying Spadafora should be applauded for the bravery to come forward and tell her story.

Eddie Pells, ajc, 26 May 2022 But despite the bravery of the Ukrainian forces and the righteousness of their cause, the odds remain small that the most devastating European war in more than three-quarters of a century will end in such glorious and unequivocal fashion.

Walter Shapiro, The New Republic, 22 Apr. 2022 Congratulations on having the bravery to make changes that will lead to a more fulfilling life!

Nicole Serena Silver, Forbes, 14 Apr. 2022 Teachers, farmers, laborers, university students, and even retirees have voiced their grievances, some displaying the bravery to face down, and occasionally force the retreat of, the regime’s security services.

Reuel Marc Gerecht, National Review, 31 Mar. 2022 The bravery of Ukrainians, so far, has prevented the worst-case scenario.

Robin Wright, The New Yorker, 10 Mar. 2022 See More

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释义	bravery noun brav·ery ˈbrāv-rē ˈbrā-və- plural braveries 1 : the quality or state of having or showing mental or moral strength to face danger, fear, or difficulty : the quality or state of being brave : courage showing bravery under fire 2 a : fine clothes wearing their Sunday bravery b : showy display … the streets strewed with flowers and full of pageantry, banners, and bravery. John Evelyn Synonyms array best caparison feather finery frippery full dress gaiety gayety glad rags regalia See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences He received a medal for bravery. children in their Sunday bravery Recent Examples on the Web It was composed for a documentary about the San Francisco General Hospital AIDS ward during the 1980s — and the bravery and devotion of the doctors and nurses who cared for the sick in those years. Thom Duffy, Billboard, 27 July 2022 The young activist’s feelings about the past and the bravery of Lam and his comrades advances the film’s thesis of what Hong Kong means to its citizens. Richard Kuipers, Variety, 27 July 2022 Shared my story in KEEP SWEET: PRAY AND OBEY, a new Netflix documentary series that gives an in-depth look into our experience in the FLDS, the bravery of our community members who have escaped and spoken out to help others. Andy Meek, BGR, 9 June 2022 The advocacy group Global Athlete released a statement saying Spadafora should be applauded for the bravery to come forward and tell her story. Eddie Pells, ajc, 26 May 2022 But despite the bravery of the Ukrainian forces and the righteousness of their cause, the odds remain small that the most devastating European war in more than three-quarters of a century will end in such glorious and unequivocal fashion. Walter Shapiro, The New Republic, 22 Apr. 2022 Congratulations on having the bravery to make changes that will lead to a more fulfilling life! Nicole Serena Silver, Forbes, 14 Apr. 2022 Teachers, farmers, laborers, university students, and even retirees have voiced their grievances, some displaying the bravery to face down, and occasionally force the retreat of, the regime’s security services. Reuel Marc Gerecht, National Review, 31 Mar. 2022 The bravery of Ukrainians, so far, has prevented the worst-case scenario. Robin Wright, The New Yorker, 10 Mar. 2022 See More Word History Etymology borrowed from Middle French braverie "bravado, challenge, audacity," from braver "to challenge, flout, brave entry 2" + -erie -ery First Known Use 1548, in the meaning defined at sense 1 Kids Definition bravery noun brav·ery ˈbrā-və-rē ˈbrāv-rē : courage bravery noun 1 as in best dressy clothing children in their Sunday bravery Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance best finery attire costume gayety gaiety full dress regalia best bib and tucker glad rags frippery apparel feather caparison wear array rags rigging toggery raiment vestiary vesture habiliment(s) threads duds rig togs Antonyms & Near Antonyms disarray tatters dishabille 2 as in courage strength of mind to carry on in spite of danger it took great bravery to rescue the baby trapped in the burning building Synonyms & Similar Words courage heroism gallantry courageousness prowess valor fearlessness daring nerve intrepidity hardihood intrepidness virtue dauntlessness gutsiness stoutness daringness fortitude guts moxie heart perseverance pecker tenacity gumption grit stamina determination endurance mettle greatheartedness spunk bottle intestinal fortitude boldness doughtiness pluckiness temper backbone audacity pluck resolution fiber temerity brazenness effrontery gall stomach cojones cheek Antonyms & Near Antonyms cowardice cowardliness timidity spinelessness fearfulness faintheartedness softness weakness timorousness feebleness cold feet cravenness dastardliness impotence hesitation poltroonery indecision ineffectualness irresolution indecisiveness mousiness See More
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