outbrave

[ out-breyv ]

verb (used with object)

, out·braved, out·brav·ing.

1. to stand up to; face defiantly:

   to outbrave charges of misconduct.

2. to surpass in bravery, courage, or daring:

   None can outbrave the great heroes of the past.

3. Archaic. to surpass in beauty, splendor, etc.

outbrave

/ ˌaʊtˈbreɪv /

verb

1. to surpass in bravery
2. to confront defiantly

Word History and Origins

Origin of outbrave¹

First recorded in 1580–90; out- + brave

Example Sentences

Well, drink apace: if any brave you, outbrave him; I'll second you.

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I declare, I should like to see if he would not outbrave you all.

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But Jed was bound to outbrave me, and I was equally bound to outbrave him.

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