courage vs. bravery

courage vs. bravery: What's the difference?

Courage and bravery are often synonyms. However, they sometimes have different nuances. Courage is often centered around facing difficulty or danger without or despite fear. Bravery can be associated with daring or intrepid boldness.

courage

[kur-ij, kuhr-] / ˈkɜr ɪdʒ, ˈkʌr- /

noun

the quality of mind or spirit that enables a person to face difficulty, danger, pain, etc., without fear; bravery.

Synonyms:

spirit, pluck, intrepidity, dauntlessness, fearlessness

Antonyms:

cowardice
Obsolete. the heart as the source of emotion.

idioms

have the courage of one's convictions, to act in accordance with one's beliefs, especially in spite of criticism.

bravery

[brey-vuh-ree, breyv-ree] / ˈbreɪ və ri, ˈbreɪv ri /

noun

plural

braveries

brave spirit or conduct; courage; valor.

Synonyms:

spunk, mettle, nerve, audacity, spirit, pluck, heroism, prowess, daring, boldness, fearlessness, intrepidity

Antonyms:

cowardice
showiness; splendor; magnificence.