brave
Meaning
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- Strong in the face of fear; courageous.
- (obsolete) Having any sort of superiority or excellence.
- Making a fine show or display.
- Foolish or unwise.
Synonyms
be fearless
be heroic
braw
be courageous
valient
be daring
stallwart
soul-stirring
witty
courageous man
man of courage
mature man
hold still for
man of valour
man of valor
be plucky
be valiant
valorousbrave
brave spirit
not retreating
vahant
be intrepid
be manly
be stout-hearted
be venturesome
prowessful
be bold
dare-devil
Frequency
Pronounced as (IPA)
/bɹeɪv/
Etymology
From Middle French brave, borrowed from Italian bravo, itself of uncertain origin (see there). Doublet of bravo.
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