Synonyms for

Guts

Verb / gʌts / Another word for guts — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Guts means courage or bravery.

Synonyms & similar words

backbone catgut gumption sand grit bowel moxie gut intestine courage bravery nerve fortitude fearlessness boldness daring audacity pluck spunk valor heroism determination resolution grit mettle backbone resilience tenacity gumption

Synonyms by register

Formal

courage bravery fortitude resolution

Informal

nerve courage pluck sand backbone

Literary

mettle valour spirit

Antonyms

cowardice timidity fearfulness spinelessness meekness pusillanimity

Common collocations

  • have the guts
  • no guts
  • lose your guts
  • show some guts
  • fight with guts
  • guts and glory
  • guts to do something

Word family

noun guts
verb gut
adjective gutty

Usage note

The word 'guts' is primarily informal and often used to describe courage or determination. It can also refer to internal organs, but this usage is less common in everyday conversation.

Example sentences

  1. He had the guts to try the spicy food.
  2. She needed guts to climb to the top of the mountain.
  3. It takes guts to speak in front of a big audience.
  4. He showed his guts by standing up for what he believed in.
  5. She was impressed by his gutsy move.

Quotes

  • 'It takes guts to be gentle and kind.' - Morrissey
  • 'Courage is grace under pressure.' - Ernest Hemingway
  • 'It does not take much strength to do things, but it requires great strength to decide on what to do.' - Elbert Hubbard

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