Word Comparison
Courage
vsBravery
/ˈkʌɹɪdʒ/·/ˈbɹeɪvəɹi/
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Quite different — distinct meanings
📖 Definitions
Courage
nounThe quality of being confident, not afraid or easily intimidated, but without being incautious or inconsiderate.
Also: The ability to overcome one's fear, do or live things which one finds frightening.
Bravery
noun(usually uncountable) Being brave, courageousness.
Also: A brave act.
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