courage Definition

courage
noun

1. Bravery.

Thesaurus: bravery, fearlessness, valor, heroism, daring, intrepidity, heart, audacity, guts; Antonym: cowardice, timidity.
2. Cheerfulness or resolution in coping with setbacks.

Thesaurus: resolution, fortitude, firmness, mettle, endurance, determination, sufferance.

Idiom: have the courage of one's convictions

To be brave enough to act in accordance with one's beliefs, no matter what the outcome.

Idiom: pluck up courage (take one's courage in both hands)

To become resolved to meet a challenge.

Idiom: take courage

To be resolute or cheerful in difficult circumstances.

Etymology: 14c: from French corage, from Latin cor heart.