She was a courageous woman who wasn't afraid to support unpopular causes.
the courageous decision to quit rather than obey an illegal order
Recent Examples on the WebSet against the backdrop of the Great Depression and spanning into the 1960s, the book chronicles the experiences of seven courageous Black nurses who cared for patients at Sea View Hospital on Staten Island.—Melissa Noel, Essence, 7 May 2024 This year, the Board recognizes the courageous work of journalists and media workers covering the war in Gaza.—Andrew Limbong, NPR, 6 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for courageous
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Word History
Etymology
Middle English corageous, borrowed from Anglo-French corajus, from coragecourage + -us, -ous-ous
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