Emotions / A2

BRAYV/breɪv/

Brave means ready to face danger or pain: a brave decision, be brave. Courage is the noun. Bravado is false bravery, later. Reckless means taking silly risks, not the same as brave.

Meaning

Ready to face danger or pain without showing fear.

Examples

• “The brave firefighter went into the burning house.”
• “The firefighters were incredibly brave.”
• “It was brave of her to admit the mistake.”

Good to know

be brave / a brave thing to do. Noun: courage. Contrast: reckless.

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