bravery

noun

ˈbrāv-rē How to pronounce bravery (audio)
Definition of braverynext
1
as in attire
dressy clothing children in their Sunday bravery

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2
as in courage
strength of mind to carry on in spite of danger it took great bravery to rescue the baby trapped in the burning building

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Recent Examples of bravery Public perceptions of the police also change and are influenced by what people see on social media, said Hrar, who noted that officers were applauded for their bravery during terror attacks in 2015. — ABC News, 16 Oct. 2026 The Ukrainian people have demonstrated incredible bravery, courage and resilience since the Russian invasion. — Joel R. Levin, Chicago Tribune, 14 Oct. 2026 What readers are saying The conversation explores the personal journey of the author in managing OCD, with many participants expressing admiration for the author's self-awareness and bravery in seeking help. — Eva Jaber, Washington Post, 11 Oct. 2026 Accounts of her bravery move the country, money and compensation flood in, and her family is suddenly in the spotlight. — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 10 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for bravery
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bravery
  1. attire
  2. courage
  3. finery
  4. heroism
  5. costume
  6. gallantry
  7. best
  8. courageousness
Noun
  • Hiding his Caesar cut under his signature New York Yankees cap and adorned with a glittery stack of gold chains, JAY-Z kept his setlist as tight as his concert attire of bulletproof vests.
    — Adelle Platon, VIBE.com, 24 Oct. 2026
  • So Wednesday, her parents — Joe and Jennie — showed up to districts in protect-women's-sports attire to honor their daughter's courage.
    — Matt Calkins OutKick, FOXNews.com, 23 Oct. 2026
Definition of attire
Noun
  • Independence gave us the courage to cross the last threshold.
    — Amelia Rose Barlow, Rolling Stone, 22 Oct. 2026
  • Michael Haneke’s adaptation of The Piano Teacher gives me courage.
    — Emily Temple, Literary Hub, 20 Oct. 2026
Definition of courage
Noun
  • In another, Asia Argento, in the gaudy finery of Madame du Barry, reads the palms of her co-stars during a break in filming.
    — Radhika Seth, Vogue, 20 Oct. 2026
  • Obviously the bride and bridesmaids will wear wedding finery.
    — Judith Martin, Sun Sentinel, 18 Sep. 2026
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  • Iâve always been drawn to exploring the more complex, human side of those experiences rather than simply celebrating the heroism.
    — David Hookstead OutKick, FOXNews.com, 22 Oct. 2026
  • While his photographs capture moments of power, individuality, and almost mythological heroism, the documentary will offer an opportunity to explore the complicated realities behind those images.
    — Robert Lang, Deadline, 19 Oct. 2026
Definition of heroism
Noun
  • Identifying a sitter in a portrait is a tricky art-historical task that involves a study of provenance, inscriptions, archival documentation, iconographic juxtaposition, collection history, and costume and jewelry.
    — Karen Chernick, ARTnews.com, 21 Oct. 2026
  • Higher prices for candy, costumes, and decorations are forcing people to get creative.
    — Mike Sullivan, CBS News, 21 Oct. 2026
Definition of costume
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  • In World Cup lore, however, his gallantry is doomed to be overshadowed by that of his fellow-goalkeeper from Cabo Verde, Vozinha, who had already produced an uncanny impersonation of a brick wall on the fourth day of the tournament.
    — Anthony Lane, New Yorker, 17 July 2026
  • In all of these cases, the effect is largely the same—forging intimacy through some level of generosity or gallantry, coupled with pure, physical proximity—and in 2026, all of them are still technically possible.
    — Sara Delgado, Vogue, 9 July 2026
Definition of gallantry
Noun
  • Lamb had 189 yards receiving on career bests of 21 targets and 17 catches.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 5 Oct. 2026
  • Pugh’s performance is a master class in physicality and flair, one of her career bests.
    — Inkoo Kang, New Yorker, 1 Oct. 2026
Definition of best
Noun
  • That mix of stubbornness and courageousness is what endeared Snider to fans and peers alike.
    — Joseph Hudak, Rolling Stone, 15 Nov. 2025
Definition of courageousness

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“Bravery.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bravery. Accessed 26 Oct. 2026.

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