Basic Details
Word: Courage
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: The ability to face difficulties, fear, or pain with bravery.
Synonyms: Bravery, valour, fearlessness
Antonyms: Cowardice, timidity, fearfulness
Idioms and Phrases
- Have the courage of your convictions: To have the confidence to stand up for what you believe in. Example: "She had the courage of her convictions and defended her ideas during the debate."
- Pluck up the courage: To summon the bravery to do something difficult. Example: "He needed to pluck up the courage to ask her to the dance."
Usage Examples
Example 1: It takes a lot of courage to speak in front of a large audience.
Example 2: The firefighter showed great courage as he rescued the cat from the tree.
Example 3: To climb the mountain alone requires not just fitness but also courage.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "courage" comes from the Latin word "cor," which means "heart"? In many cultures, courage is often associated with having a brave heart.
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) The ability to sing well
b) The ability to face fear
c) The ability to run fast
d) The ability to paint
Answer: b) The ability to face fear
2. Which of these is a synonym of "courage"?
a) Bravery
b) Anger
c) Sadness
d) Confusion
Answer: a) Bravery
3. Which word is an antonym of "courage"?
a) Strength
b) Cowardice
c) Tolerance
d) Patience
Answer: b) Cowardice
4. Which sentence uses "courage" correctly?
a) She found enough courage to climb the tree.
b) He courage cooked dinner for his family.
c) The dog is courage.
d) They went to the shop for courage.
Answer: a) She found enough courage to climb the tree.
5. What does the idiom "pluck up the courage" mean?
a) To become scared
b) To think about something
c) To gather bravery to do something difficult
d) To ignore everyone's advice
Answer: c) To gather bravery to do something difficult
