courageous
adjective
possessing or characterized by courage; brave.
courageousness
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a word derived from
courageous.
Example Sentences
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“Do I love my pastor? Absolutely. Do I appreciate his boldness and his courageousness? ... Absolutely,” Shaw said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 27, 2023
Then again, even in his earlier presentation, he was growing in courageousness – such as sitting across from an adversary and speaking to him calmly while making the world quake around him.
From Salon ● Jun. 23, 2022
For his courageousness, Shea was recognized posthumously in 1971.
From Washington Post ● Jul. 31, 2017
“But I have been struck by the incredible conviction and courageousness of Luther; he took a stand on something he felt so passionate about.”
From New York Times ● Oct. 28, 2016
The blush was still on her face as he turned to receive her answer, but she smiled with a bright courageousness that secretly amused and pleased him.
From Dr. Sevier by George Washington Cable
