courageous

Meanings

• adjective

  Displaying fearlessness, bravery, or strength in the face of danger or difficulty.

  - "He showed great courageousness during the battle."
  - "Despite the danger, the firefighter acted courageously to save the trapped people."

• adjective

  Acting in spite of fear or danger.

  - "She was courageous enough to speak out against the injustice."
  - "The explorers set out on their journey, showing great courage in the face of the unknown."

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Synonyms

bold , brave , hardy , valorous , bold , brave , heroic

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with courageous
daring , scaring , caring

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Variants

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courageous , courageously , courageousness , courageousnesses

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Forms

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courageously, more courageous, most courageous

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'cor' meaning heart and 'agere' meaning to act, 'courageous' means acting with the heart.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'courageous' first appeared in English in the 15th century.

2. In ancient Greece, the goddess Ares was often depicted as a symbol of courage and bravery.

3. The word 'courageous' is sometimes used to describe animals that display bravery, such as a lion or a dog.

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Related Concepts

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1. Bravery: A related concept to 'courageous', 'bravery' refers to the ability to face danger or fear without being afraid.

2. Valor: Another related concept, 'valor' refers to the strength and courage of a person, especially in the face of danger.

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Culture

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In literature, 'courageous' is often associated with heroic characters who overcome adversity, such as Beowulf and King Leonidas from '300'. In art, courageous individuals are often depicted as warriors, saints, or other heroic figures. In music, songs about courage often tell stories of overcoming fear or adversity.

How to Memorize "courageous"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person standing tall and fearless, facing a dangerous situation with determination.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'courageous' with the image of a lion, which is often seen as a symbol of bravery and fearlessness.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'C-O-U-R-A-G-E-O-U-S' to remember the meaning: 'C'an't 'O'vercome 'U'nder 'A'dversity 'G'ainst 'E'very 'O'dds 'S'urrender'.

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