bravely
UK: ˈbreɪvli | US: ˈbreɪvli
adv. in a courageous or fearless manner
adv. with determination or resilience
The word "bravely" combines the root "brave," derived from the Italian "bravo" (bold, brave) and later the French "brave," with the adverbial suffix "-ly," which originates from Old English "-līce." The suffix "-ly" transforms adjectives into adverbs, indicating manner or quality. Over time, "brave" evolved to signify courage, and "-ly" standardized its adverbial form, creating a clear link between the root's meaning and its grammatical function.
She stood bravely in front of the crowd to deliver her speech.
The soldiers fought bravely despite being outnumbered.
He bravely admitted his mistake and apologized.
The firefighter acted bravely to save the trapped family.
They bravely faced the challenges of starting a new business.