Meaning of Courage

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courage​

noun [ U ]

US

/ˈkɝː.ɪdʒ/ UK

/ˈkʌr.ɪdʒ/

B2
the ability to control your fear in a dangerous or difficult situation:
They showed great courage when they found out about their baby's disability.
[ + to-infinitive ] People should have the courage to stand up for their beliefs.
It took me months to summon/pluck up the courage to ask for a promotion.
Synonym
bravery
Thesaurus: synonyms, antonyms, and examples
bravery

• bravery A police officer who chased a burglar despite a serious leg injury has received an award for bravery.
• courage You have shown great courage in coming to testify.
• pluck You have to admire his pluck.
• guts I didn't have the guts to go on my own.
• valor US The vanquished Confederacy refused to recognize the valor of the victorious Union Army.
• heroism I witnessed an example of heroism that made me proud to be American.

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