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What is another word for Courage? – 122 Courage Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    Meaning of Courage

    According to Merriam-Webster, courage is the mental or moral strength to venture, persevere, and withstand danger, fear, or difficulty.

    Definitions

    • The Oxford English Dictionary defines courage as the ability to do something that frightens one, or the strength in the face of pain or grief.
    • Cambridge Dictionary describes courage as the ability to do something difficult or dangerous, or the quality of being brave.

    Example Uses

    • The firefighter showed great courage in rescuing people from the burning building.
    • It takes a lot of courage to stand up for what you believe in, even if it's unpopular.
    • She found the courage to speak out against the injustice she had suffered.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    cowardice timidity fearfulness faintness weakness frailty feebleness lack of confidence hesitation reluctance apprehension anxiety dread terror alarm trepidation nervousness diffidence shyness bashfulness meekness mildness gentleness