Basic Details
Word: Courage
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: The ability to face fear, danger, or difficulties with bravery.
Synonyms: Bravery, valour, boldness
Antonyms: Fear, cowardice
Idioms and Phrases
- Have the courage of your convictions: To act according to your beliefs, even if it is difficult. Example: "She had the courage of her convictions and stood up for what she believed was right."
- Summon up the courage: To gather the bravery needed to do something frightening. Example: "He had to summon up the courage to speak in front of the whole class."
Usage Examples
Example 1: It took a lot of courage for her to try out for the school play, but she did it anyway.
Example 2: During the storm, the firefighters showed great courage as they helped evacuate the area.
Example 3: He found the courage to apologise after realising he had hurt his friend's feelings.
Fun Fact
Courage comes from the Latin word "cor," which means "heart." Originally, it was all about speaking one's mind or expressing one's feelings, showing that having the heart to speak out requires bravery.
Famous Quote
"Courage is not the absence of fear, but the triumph over it." Nelson Mandela
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "courage" mean?
a) Feeling happy
b) The ability to face fear
c) A type of food
d) Being quiet
Answer: b) The ability to face fear
2. Which of these is a synonym of "courage"?
a) Timidity
b) Fearfulness
c) Bravery
d) Shyness
Answer: c) Bravery
3. Which of the following is an antonym of "courage"?
a) Confidence
b) Cowardice
c) Strength
d) Determination
Answer: b) Cowardice
4. Which sentence uses "courage" correctly?
a) Her courage made her dance in front of everyone.
b) The courage was very friendly.
c) Courage made the rain fall.
d) He cooked courage for dinner.
Answer: a) Her courage made her dance in front of everyone.
5. Which idiom relates to "courage"?
a) Have the courage of your convictions
b) A bird in the hand
c) Like a fish out of water
d) As calm as a mouse
Answer: a) Have the courage of your convictions
