Basic Details
Word: Brave
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Showing courage and not being afraid to face danger or difficult situations.
Synonyms: Courageous, bold, valiant
Antonyms: Cowardly, fearful, timid
Idioms and Phrases
- Brave the storm: To face and endure challenges or difficulties. Example: "She decided to brave the storm and complete the marathon despite the rain."
- Brave heart: Someone who shows great courage and determination. Example: "With a brave heart, he stood up for his friend when others were bullying him."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The brave firefighter rescued the cat from the tree without hesitating.
Example 2: It takes a brave person to speak up against unfair treatment.
Example 3: The young knight was known for his brave deeds that saved the village from danger.
Fun Fact
The word "brave" comes from the Latin word "bravus," which means "bold" or "courageous." Interestingly, it has been used in various cultures to describe heroes in stories and myths throughout history.
Famous Quote
"Courage is resistance to fear, mastery of fear, not absence of fear." - Mark Twain
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "brave" mean?
a) Afraid
b) Showing courage
c) Sad
d) Tired
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. Which sentence uses "brave" correctly?
a) She was too brave to try swimming in the shallow end.
b) The brave dog ran away from the loud noise.
c) He was brave enough to dive into the deep water.
d) The brave cat hid under the bed during the storm.
Answer: c) He was brave enough to dive into the deep water.
4. Which idiom means to face challenges head-on?
a) Brave the storm
b) Break the ice
c) Add fuel to the fire
d) Cross that bridge when you come to it
Answer: a) Brave the storm
5. What is the opposite of "brave"?
a) Bold
b) Fearful
c) Strong
d) Confident
Answer: b) Fearful
