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courage of one's convictions

idiom
Meaning

Steadfast adherence to one's beliefs or principles, especially in the face of criticism or other opposition.


Examples
SIMPLE

She has the courage of her convictions and speaks her mind.

CONTEXTUAL

Even when his colleagues disagreed with the new policy, he had the courage of his convictions and defended it during the meeting.

COMPLEX

True leadership requires the courage of one's convictions, particularly when standing alone against a popular but misguided consensus.

Anchors to
Related idioms8entries
  1. 01

    abound in one's own sense

    To follow one’s own inclinations and opinions.

  2. 02

    ace up one's sleeve

    A surprise advantage of which others are not aware.

  3. 03

    act one's age

    To behave in a manner appropriate to one's age.

  4. 04

    act one's age, not one's shoe size

    Synonym of act one's age (“to behave in a mature manner; to avoid being childish”).

  5. 05

    afraid of one's own shadow

    Exceptionally timid.

  6. 06

    air one's dirty laundry in public

    To reveal one's sordid secrets to the public.

  7. 07

    air one's dirty linen in public

    Synonym of air one's dirty laundry in public.

  8. 08

    albatross around one's neck

    A characteristic, possession, associate, or previous deed that hinders one's ability to succeed.

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