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Basic Details

Word: Brave

Part of Speech: Adjective

Meaning: Showing courage; not afraid to face dangers or difficulties.

Synonyms: Courageous, fearless, valiant

Antonyms: Cowardly, timid, fearful

Idioms and Phrases

1. Brave the storm: To face difficulties with courage. Example: "Despite the bad weather, she decided to brave the storm and go for a hike."
2. Brave heart: Someone who shows great courage. Example: "His brave heart inspired everyone in the team to keep going."

Usage Examples

Example 1: The brave knight fought fearlessly to protect his kingdom.

Example 2: It was a brave decision to help the injured animal.

Example 3: She showed a brave face despite being nervous about the exam.

Fun Fact

The word "brave" comes from the old French word "brave," which means "bold" or "valiant." It has been used for centuries to describe those who are daring and courageous.

Famous Quote

"Courage is not the absence of fear, but the triumph over it." Nelson Mandela

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What does "brave" mean?

a) Scared
b) Showing courage
c) Tired
d) Silent

Answer: b) Showing courage

2. Which of these is a synonym of "brave"?

a) Timid
b) Cowardly
c) Courageous
d) Afraid

Answer: c) Courageous

3. What is an antonym of "brave"?

a) Bold
b) Valiant
c) Cowardly
d) Heroic

Answer: c) Cowardly

4. Which sentence uses "brave" correctly?

a) He is brave for running away.
b) The brave firefighter saved the child from the fire.
c) She was brave to hide.
d) The brave elephant danced at the circus.

Answer: b) The brave firefighter saved the child from the fire.

5. Which idiom means to face difficulties with courage?

a) Brave heart
b) Break the ice
c) Steal someone's thunder
d) Beat around the bush

Answer: a) Brave heart