English · Adjectives
courageous
kəˈreɪdʒəs
[kəˈreɪdʒəs]
showing courage
Intermediateadjective
Definition
Brave and willing to face danger or difficulty.
Example
It was courageous of her to speak the truth.
It was courageous of her to speak the truth.
Etymology
From Old French 'corageus', from 'corage' meaning 'heart, spirit'.
How & Where It’s Used
Describes acting bravely despite fear or risk.