brave
Pronunciation: (brāv), [key]
— adj., n., v., brav•er, brav•est, braved, brav•ing.
—adj.
- possessing or exhibiting courage or courageous endurance.
- making a fine appearance.
- excellent; fine; admirable.
—n.
- a brave person.
- a warrior, esp. among North American Indian tribes.
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- a bully.
- a boast or challenge.
—v.t.
- to meet or face courageously: to brave misfortunes.
- to defy; challenge; dare.
- to make splendid.
—v.i.
- to boast; brag.
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