What does "courageous" mean?

1. (brave person) brave and determined, even when a situation is scary or difficult. 2. (brave action) describes an action or decision that is difficult to make because it involves risk.

courageous

adj.

US //kɝˈeɪdʒəs// UK //kʌɹˈeɪdʒəs// coura·geous

1 brave person (adj.)
B2 Upper Intermediate

brave and determined, even when a situation is scary or difficult.

possessing or displaying courage; showing mental or moral strength to venture, persevere, and withstand danger, fear, or difficulty.

Example

The courageous firefighter ran into the burning building to save the family.

Example

She was a courageous leader who remained calm and decisive even when the company faced its most significant financial crisis.
- cowardly
- timid
2 brave action (adj.)
B2 Upper Intermediate

describes an action or decision that is difficult to make because it involves risk.

characterised by courage; used to describe actions, decisions, or efforts that require significant bravery or moral fortitude.

Example

It was a courageous decision to quit his job and start his own business.

Example

The journalist made a courageous stand against government censorship, despite knowing the personal risks involved in publishing the report.
- weak
- safe

Origin

From Middle English corajous, from Old French corageus, from corage + -eus.