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braving

/ˈbɹeɪvɪŋ/

Meanings
  • having the courage to face or endure difficult or dangerous situations

    - "John braved the stormy sea to save his drowning crew."
    - "Despite the fearsome roar of the raging bull, the matador braved the beast to prove his courage and skill."

Rhymes
Words rhyming with braving
braving , saving , raving , craving , paving , staving , staving , slaving
Homophones
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  1. braving (en) : having the courage to face or endure difficult or dangerous situations


Variants
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brave , braved , braver , bravers , braves , braving
Forms
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brave, braved, braving, bravely


Etymology
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Old English brāgan, brāgen; akin to Old English brāg, brāw, broad, wide; akin to Old English brōgan, brōg; brother, protector; akin to Old English brōg, brōw, brother.


Related Concepts
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  1. courage: the ability to confront and endure fear, pain, danger, uncertainty, or adversity with calmness, resolution, and fortitude.

  2. fortitude: the ability to endure difficult or dangerous situations with courage, determination, and a strong will.

  3. resilience: the ability to recover quickly from difficult or traumatic situations, maintaining an optimistic outlook and the ability to adapt and learn from new experiences.


Culture
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In many cultures, the concept of braving is deeply rooted in traditions of courage, resilience, and determination. This is evident in various forms of storytelling, mythology, and literature. For example, in the Iliad, the Greek warrior Achilles is known for his exceptional bravery and fearlessness in battle. Similarly, in the Mahabharata, the Indian warrior Arjuna is celebrated for his unwavering courage and devotion to duty. In both these epics, the themes of bravery, heroism, and the triumph of good over evil are explored in great depth.

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