Synonyms for

Courageous

Verb / kɜ:ˈeɪdʒʌs / Another word for courageous — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

having or showing bravery or courage

Synonyms & similar words

brave cowardly brave valiant fearless gallant heroic intrepid bold daring audacious adventurous plucky spirited resolute undaunted unafraid dauntless lionhearted stout-hearted hardy stalwart

Synonyms by register

Formal

valiant intrepid audacious resolute

Informal

brave bold plucky game

Literary

mettlesome stalwart dauntless

Antonyms

cowardly fearful timid fainthearted pusillanimous craven irresolute

Common collocations

  • courageous act
  • courageous decision
  • courageous effort
  • courageous spirit
  • courageous leader
  • courageous response
  • courageous attempt

Word family

noun courage
adverb courageously

Usage note

Courageous implies facing danger or difficulty with bravery. It is a strong positive attribute, often associated with heroic actions or moral fortitude.

Example sentences

  1. She was courageous enough to stand up to the bully.
  2. The soldiers showed their courageousness during the battle.
  3. He made a courageous decision to speak up for what was right.
  4. The mountaineer had to be courageous to climb to the top of the mountain.
  5. The athlete showed a lot of courageousness when he kept playing despite his injury.

Quotes

  • Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts. - Winston Churchill
  • Courage doesn't always roar. Sometimes courage is the quiet voice at the end of the day saying, 'I will try again tomorrow.' - Mary Anne Radmacher
  • It takes courage to grow up and become who you really are. - E.E. Cummings

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