Someone asked Martin Luther King Jr. what human trait is the most defining one when it comes success in life. “Courage:” was the answer. And it’s very true, without courage it is impossible to accomplish anything in life. If you really wish to have native-like fluency you must show real courage to learn and use new range of vocabulary words to talk about an idea or express yourself. And it enables you to use English language creatively and intuitively. In this blog we would understand and learn new phrases and words related to courage.
16 Ways to talk about Courage
Valiant
Showing courage or determination
The rescue team made valiant efforts to save the family, but were beaten back by inclement weather.
Gallant
Showing courage in very difficult situation
She made a gallant attempt to hide her tears but the pain was too excruciating to bear.
Valour
Great courage, especially in war
Despite being a rookie officer, he showed real valour and great skill on the battlefield.
Intrepid
Extremely brave and showing no fear of dangerous situations
The Mount Everest expedition was led by a team of intrepid explorers who left their mark on pages of history books.
Fearlessness
Lack of fear
After months of joining new office, she quickly earned a reputation for fearlessness, despite her lack of experience.
Bravery
Courageous behaviour or character
She has been chosen to receive the Medal of Honour for her outstanding bravery in the face of adversity.
Boldness
Willingness to take risks and show confidence or courage
The signature strengths such as boldness and independence truly characterized her leadership during her stint as CEO.
Audacity
A willingness to take bold risks
The sheer audacity of the acquisition plan amazed everyone present in the conference hall.
Gutsy
Having or showing courage, determination
Despite going through the most difficult periods of her life, she managed to emerge as a gutsy fighter and became symbol of inspiration for others.
Mettle
Ability and determination to do something successfully despite difficulties
She really showed her mettle under pressure, by the time game was over she was in the elite league of Olympic Gold medalists.
Fortitude
Courage over a long period
Her biographer mentioned that period when she showed remarkable fortitude as she endured all sorts of maladies.
Ballsy
Determined and courageous
In the movie she was portrayed as a cool, fashionable, independent and ballsy woman.
Show some spine or grow a spine
Show to others that you are a brave and bold person
Despite heavy government pressure on media, the budding journalist showed some spine in criticizing the corrupt politicians in the administration.
Resolve
Strong determination to achieve something difficult
The obstacles and hurdles in her way merely strengthened her resolve to make something happen in a big way.
Daring
Brave and willing to take bold risks
Her actions were considered very daring at the time, when all the family members were not very supportive of her decision.
Dauntless
Showing determination and no fear
In spite of the wholesale devastation, the relief workers continued to work with dauntless optimism.
Antonyms related to Courage
- Cowardice
- Timidity
- Spineless
- Feeble
- Meek
- Weak
- Fearful
- Chicken out
- Faint-hearted