Meaning & use
brave
Willing to face danger, difficulty, or fear.
See it in a sentence
It was brave of Noor to admit the mistake in front of the group.
The brave rescue crew continued searching through the storm.
A note on using this word
Someone can feel afraid and still be brave. 'Brave enough to' is a useful pattern for describing a difficult action.
Words with a similar meaning
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Words with an opposite meaning
cowardlytimid
Another way to use it
2. verb
To face or endure something difficult or unpleasant.
We braved the chilly wind to watch the sunrise.
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