outbrave

verb

out·​brave ˌau̇t-ˈbrāv How to pronounce outbrave (audio)
outbraved; outbraving; outbraves

transitive verb

1
: to face or resist defiantly
2
: to exceed in courage

Examples of outbrave in a Sentence

completing the survival course is largely a matter of one's willingness to outbrave both the elements and the specter of total isolation

Word History

First Known Use

1589, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of outbrave was in 1589

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Cite this Entry

“Outbrave.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/outbrave. Accessed 12 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

outbrave

verb
out·​brave (ˈ)au̇t-ˈbrāv How to pronounce outbrave (audio)
1
: to face or resist boldly
2
: to have more courage than
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