Basic Details
Word: Courage
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: The ability to do something that frightens you; bravery.
Synonyms: Bravery, valour, fearlessness
Antonyms: Cowardice, timidity, fear
Idioms and Phrases
- Courage of one's convictions: Sticking up for what one believes in, even in the face of opposition. Example: "Despite the criticism, she showed great courage of her convictions by defending her project."
- Have the courage to face the music: To bravely confront the consequences of one's actions. Example: "After skipping school, he finally had the courage to face the music and explain to his parents."
Usage Examples
Example 1: It took a lot of courage for the young girl to speak in front of her class.
Example 2: The firefighter showed immense courage when rescuing the family from the burning building.
Example 3: Facing your fears requires courage, but it can lead to amazing personal growth.
Fun Fact
The word "courage" comes from the Latin word "cor," which means "heart." Originally, it meant to tell someone one's innermost thoughts and feelings, showing that true bravery comes from the heart.
Famous Quote
"Courage is not the absence of fear, but rather the assessment that something else is more important than fear." — Franklin D. Roosevelt
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "courage" mean?
a) The ability to do something that frightens you
b) A type of animal
c) A physical strength
d) A long journey
Answer: a) The ability to do something that frightens you
2. Which of these is a synonym of "courage"?
a) Fear
b) Bravery
c) Timidity
d) Cowardice
Answer: b) Bravery
3. Which of the following is the opposite of "courage"?
a) Cowardice
b) Bravery
c) Strength
d) Confidence
Answer: a) Cowardice
4. Which sentence uses "courage" correctly?
a) She showed courage by climbing the highest mountain.
b) The courage was very strong yesterday.
c) He courage towards the end of the game.
d) They bought courage from the store.
Answer: a) She showed courage by climbing the highest mountain.
5. What does it mean to "have the courage to face the music"?
a) To enjoy listening to music
b) To bravely confront the consequences of one's actions
c) To play music for an audience
d) To refuse to listen to music
Answer: b) To bravely confront the consequences of one's actions
