bravery
UK: ˈbreɪvəri | US: ˈbreɪvəri
n. courageous behavior or character; the quality of being brave
n. (archaic) a showy or splendid appearance (obsolescent meaning)
The word "bravery" traces back to the Italian bravo, which initially described boldness or ferocity (sometimes with negative connotations). Over time, English adopted "brave" to emphasize noble courage, and the suffix "-ery" was added to abstract the quality (e.g., "bravery" as the state of being brave). The archaic sense of "splendor" reflects 16th-century usage linking courage with ostentatious displays.
His bravery during the rescue earned him a medal.
The soldiers showed exceptional bravery in battle.
Folktales often celebrate the bravery of underdog heroes.
(Archaic) The knight’s bravery was matched only by the richness of his armor.
True bravery lies in standing up for justice, not recklessness.