Words / B1

BRAYV-uh-ree/ˈbreɪvəri/

Bravery is courage in danger (often uncountable). Brave is the adjective (already in the dictionary); courage is a close twin. Bravery awards: the fire crew received an award for bravery.

Meaning

Courage in a dangerous or difficult situation (often uncountable).

Examples

• “The fire crew received an award for bravery.”
• “Bravery is not the same as taking an unnecessary risk on a night out.”

Good to know

Often uncountable. Adjective: brave. Close: courage. Honours / emergency services. Not “braveries”.

Near in meaning

courage

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