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bravery Synonyms

Another word for bravery

Choosing another word for bravery depends on context, so the 15 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

Courageous behavior or character; the quality of facing danger, difficulty, or pain without showing fear.

Usage Example

"The firefighters received a special commendation for their extraordinary courage during the rescue operation."

Strongest
courage
valor
fearlessness
heroism
Strong
gallantry
intrepidity
dauntlessness
boldness
daring
fortitude

• noun (Context 2)

Showy dress, finery, or splendid appearance (now archaic or literary).

Usage Example

"The courtiers paraded through the palace gardens in all their silken finery."

Strongest
finery
Strong
splendor
pageantry
magnificence
regalia

Opposites of bravery

The opposite of bravery shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

cowardice
timidity
fearfulness
plainness
pusillanimity
cravenness
shabbiness
drabness
See all opposites of bravery

• Nearby Words

bravehearted
bravely
braveness
bravery
bravo
brawl
brawler

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Bravery. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/bravery
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