brave

brave · adjective

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Definitions

adjective

  1. 1.

    Ready to face and endure danger or pain; showing courage.

  2. 2.

    To endure or face unpleasant conditions without showing fear.

  3. 3.

    (dated) A Native American warrior.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    brave new world — a new era with troubling implications
  • •
    put on a brave face — to pretend to be happy or confident
  • •
    brave it out — to endure a difficult situation with courage

Related words

Antonyms: cowardly, fearful, timid
See also: bold, courage, fearless
Synonyms: bold, courageous, fearless, valiant

Etymology

From French brave, from Italian bravo (bold, wild).