Bravely: meaning, definitions and examples

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bravely

 

[ หˆbreษชvli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

courageously

In a brave and courageous manner; showing courage and determination.

Synonyms

boldly, courageously, fearlessly.

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Word Description / Examples
bravely

Used to describe an action done with bravery, often in a situation that involves risk or danger.

  • She fought bravely against the disease.
  • He faced his fears bravely.
courageously

Used to describe an action done with great courage, especially in the face of adversity or danger.

  • The firefighter acted courageously during the rescue.
  • She courageously confronted her doubts.
fearlessly

Describes an action done without fear, often in dangerous or challenging situations. It can give a sense of someone being unafraid.

  • He fearlessly led his team into the battle.
  • She dived fearlessly into the deep water.
boldly

Describes an action taken with confidence and without hesitation, often implying a certain risk or defiance.

  • She spoke boldly against the unfair policies.
  • He boldly went into the unknown.

Examples of usage

  • She bravely faced her fears and decided to speak in public.
  • The firefighters bravely entered the burning building to save the trapped occupants.
Context #2 | Adverb

without fear

In a fearless and bold way; without showing any sign of fear.

Synonyms

boldly, courageously, fearlessly.

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Word Description / Examples
bravely

Used when someone faces a dangerous or difficult situation with determination and without showing fear.

  • She bravely faced the crowd despite her stage fright
  • The firefighters bravely entered the burning building
fearlessly

Used to describe an action done without any fear at all, often in a situation where fear would be expected.

  • He fearlessly climbed the steep mountain
  • The reporter fearlessly covered news in the war zone
boldly

Used when someone takes a risk or makes a confident and daring move, often in a way that stands out.

  • He boldly asked for a promotion in front of everyone
  • The artist boldly combined colors in a way no one had seen before
courageously

Used when someone shows courage, especially in the face of adversity or moral challenge, implying inner strength.

  • She courageously stood up against injustice
  • The soldier acted courageously on the battlefield

Examples of usage

  • He bravely stood up to the bully and defended his friend.
  • The soldier bravely charged into battle, ready to face whatever may come.

Translations

Translations of the word "bravely" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น corajosamente

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเคพเคนเคธเคชเฅ‚เคฐเฅเคตเค•

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช mutig

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ berani

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะผั–ะปะธะฒะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ odwaลผnie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅ‹‡ๆ•ขใซ (ใ‚†ใ†ใ‹ใ‚“ใซ)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท courageusement

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ valientemente

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท cesurca

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์šฉ๊ฐํ•˜๊ฒŒ (yonggamhage)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจุดุฌุงุนุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ stateฤnฤ›

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ odvรกลพne

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ‹‡ๆ•ขๅœฐ (yว’nggวŽn de)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ pogumno

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hugrakklega

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑะฐั‚ั‹ะปะดั‹า›ะฟะตะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒแƒ›แƒแƒ แƒฏแƒ•แƒ”แƒ‘แƒ˜แƒ— (gamarjvebit)

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ cษ™sarษ™tlษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ valientemente

Etymology

The word 'bravely' is derived from the Middle English word 'brave', which originally meant 'excellent' or 'noble'. Over time, the meaning evolved to include the sense of courage and fearlessness. The adverb 'bravely' has been used in English literature for centuries to describe acts of valor and heroism.

See also: bravado, braveheart, braver, bravery, braving.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #13,197, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.