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adjective
- 1. not deterred by danger or pain; brave: "her courageous human rights work"
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adjective. uk / kəˈreɪ.dʒəs / us / kəˈreɪ.dʒəs / Add to word list. C1. having or showing courage: It was a courageous decision to resign in protest at the company's pollution record. it is courageous of It was courageous of her to challenge the managing director's decision. Synonym. brave. Thesaurus: synonyms, antonyms, and examples.
The meaning of COURAGEOUS is having or characterized by courage : brave. How to use courageous in a sentence.
COURAGE definition: 1. the ability to control your fear in a dangerous or difficult situation: 2. to be brave and…. Learn more.
possessing or displaying courage; able to face and deal with danger or fear without flinching. “"a frank courageous heart...triumphed over pain"- William Wordsworth”. “set a courageous example by leading them safely into and out of enemy-held territory”. synonyms: brave.
The meaning of COURAGE is mental or moral strength to venture, persevere, and withstand danger, fear, or difficulty. How to use courage in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Courage.
Courageous means having, showing, or done with courage —the quality of being ready and willing to face negative situations involving danger or pain.
having or showing courage: It was a courageous decision to resign in protest of the company's pollution record. it is courageous of It was courageous of her to challenge the CEO's decision. Synonym. brave. Thesaurus: synonyms, antonyms, and examples. brave The King was a brave warrior.
the quality of mind or spirit that enables a person to face difficulty, danger, pain, etc., without fear; bravery. Synonyms: intrepidity, dauntlessness, fearlessness, spirit, pluck. Antonyms: cowardice. Obsolete. the heart as the source of emotion.
Definition of courageous adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
Someone with courage is bold and brave, unafraid to face tough challenges. Unlike the Cowardly Lion, who went all the way to the Emerald City to see if the Wizard had any courage to spare. In Middle English, courage referred to “what is in one’s mind or thoughts."
