Definitions
from The Century Dictionary.
- noun The character or quality of being courageous; bravery; valor.
from the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English.
- noun The quality of being courageous; courage.
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- noun The state of being
courageous
from WordNet 3.0 Copyright 2006 by Princeton University. All rights reserved.
- noun a quality of spirit that enables you to face danger or pain without showing fear
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Examples
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Across the board, critics applauded Crossfire's "courageousness" in challenging a long-standing Hollywood taboo and expressed their belief that the film performed an important public service in bringing the problem of American anti-Semitism out into the open.
Caught in the Crossfire: Adrian Scott and the Politics of Americanism in 1940s Hollywood 2007
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Taking the year to reflect on who and what Paul was, Bauman said the school will establish a mascot that encompasses all his qualities, such as courageousness and outspokenness, and accurately displays how those qualities relate to the children today.
Salem News 2008
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He blasted through the entire day with a courageousness I know came from him feeling more decisive and "in control" of his world.
Vivian Glyck: What Christian Bale Taught Me About Parenting Vivian Glyck 2011
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Do you think you are understating the exceptional courageousness and intelligence of your work during the genocide?
An interview with Paul Rusesabagina about the Rwandan genocide and his memoir, An Ordinary Man 2010
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He blasted through the entire day with a courageousness I know came from him feeling more decisive and "in control" of his world.
Vivian Glyck: What Christian Bale Taught Me About Parenting Vivian Glyck 2011
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We admire your courageousness and you've run an amazing campaign.
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Today, Jorge Luis is as physically active as any of his peers and even has a special affinity for extreme activities, such as riding down a zip line on family vacations in Costa Rica, a true testament to his blazing courageousness.
The Beauty of Love Laura Posada 2010
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The bombastic nature of John Starks and courageousness of Patrick Ewing are a thing of the past now and superstars are sorely missing from the bright lights of 4 Penn Plaza in New York City.
OG Oyiborhoro: New Decade, New Direction, Different Knicks 2010
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The bombastic nature of John Starks and courageousness of Patrick Ewing are a thing of the past now and superstars are sorely missing from the bright lights of 4 Penn Plaza in New York City.
OG Oyiborhoro: New Decade, New Direction, Different Knicks 2010
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Well, he can't let that courageousness of his get worn out.
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