Synonyms for

Bravery

Verb / ˈbreɪvɜ:i: / Another word for bravery — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

the quality or state of being brave; courage

Synonyms & similar words

braveness fear cowardice fearlessness courage courageousness courage fearlessness heroism valor daring gallantry intrepidity boldness audacity nerve pluck resoluteness steadfastness bravado fortitude mettle spunk valiance braveness doughtiness

Synonyms by register

Formal

courage valor intrepidity audacity

Informal

guts nerve pluck spunk

Literary

mettle prowess dauntlessness

Antonyms

cowardice timidity fearfulness pusillanimity funk cravenness

Common collocations

  • act of bravery
  • show bravery
  • great bravery
  • moral bravery
  • act with bravery
  • display bravery
  • summon bravery

Word family

noun bravery
verb brave
adjective brave
adverb bravely

Usage note

Bravery often implies facing danger or difficulty. While 'courage' is a close synonym, 'bravery' can sometimes suggest a more outward display of boldness.

Example sentences

  1. The soldier's bravery earned him a medal of honor.
  2. She showed bravery by speaking up against bullying.
  3. His bravery in the face of danger was inspiring.
  4. Bravery is not the absence of fear, but the courage to face it.
  5. The firefighter showed incredible bravery during the rescue mission.

Quotes

  • "Bravery is being the only one who knows you're afraid." - Franklin P. Jones
  • "Bravery is the capacity to perform properly even when scared half to death." - Omar Bradley
  • "The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy." - Martin Luther King, Jr.

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