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brave

[breyv] / breɪv /
ADJECTIVE
bold
Synonyms
STRONGEST
adventurous audacious confident courageous daring dashing fearless foolhardy gallant gutsy heroic reckless resolute spirited spunky stout strong valiant
STRONG
chin-up firm forward game hardy militant stalwart
WEAK
chivalrous dauntless defiant doughty gritty herolike imprudent indomitable intrepid lionhearted nervy plucky stouthearted unabashed unafraid unblenching undauntable undaunted undismayed unfearful valorous venturesome
Antonyms
STRONGEST
afraid careful cautious cowardly fearful irresolute meek mild shy timid unadventurous weak
WEAK
frightened humble reticent retiring
VERB
endure bad situation
Synonyms
STRONGEST
confront defy go through withstand
STRONG
bear beard challenge court dare face risk suffer support venture
WEAK
face off fly in the face of outdare stand up to take on
Antonyms
STRONGEST
surrender yield
STRONG
refuse reject
WEAK
break down capitulate complain dodge fear give up hide run away skip

Example Sentences

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“He was incredibly brave to come forward and to be a plaintiff ... To be targeted because he is pursuing his rights is unacceptable, but not surprising given what we’ve been seeing.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

Orris dismisses the idea, but privately wonders if he’s brave enough to try.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

Pro tip: If you’d like to brave street parking, take a spin down Ellendale Place or Menlo Avenue to check for open spots.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026

"I ordered the US armed forces to do whatever was necessary to bring our brave warriors back home."

From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026

"Strong Jonn was a brave man," Val said at last.

From "Rowan of Rin" by Emily Rodda

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