Bravura: meaning, definitions and examples
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bravura
[ brษหvuหrษ ]
performance flair
Bravura refers to a display of daring, skill, or brilliance, especially in performance arts such as music or dance. It embodies a sense of confidence and flamboyance that captivates audiences. The term can also imply a boldness in one's actions or attitudes. Bravura performances are often those that exhibit extraordinary talent and flair, leaving a lasting impression on spectators.
Synonyms
brilliance, flair, gusto, panache, style
Examples of usage
- Her piano recital was a bravura display of virtuosity.
- The bravura execution of the dance left the audience in awe.
- He delivered his speech with such bravura that everyone was captivated.
- The film's bravura visuals were stunningly beautiful.
Translations
Translations of the word "bravura" in other languages:
๐ต๐น bravura
๐ฎ๐ณ เคฌเฅเคฐเคพเคตเฅเคฐเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช Bravour
๐ฎ๐ฉ bravura
๐บ๐ฆ ะฑัะฐะฒััะฐ
๐ต๐ฑ bravura
๐ฏ๐ต ใใฉใดใผใฉ
๐ซ๐ท bravoure
๐ช๐ธ bravura
๐น๐ท bravura
๐ฐ๐ท ๋ธ๋ผ๋ถ๋ผ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุจุฑุงฺคูุฑุง
๐จ๐ฟ bravura
๐ธ๐ฐ bravura
๐จ๐ณ ๅไธฝ็ๆๅทง
๐ธ๐ฎ bravura
๐ฎ๐ธ bravura
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะฑัะฐะฒััะฐ
๐ฌ๐ช แึีกีพแฃแ แ
๐ฆ๐ฟ bravura
๐ฒ๐ฝ bravura
Etymology
The word 'bravura' originates from the Italian term 'bravura', which means 'bravery' or 'courage'. It was first used in musical contexts in the early 17th century to describe a bold or brilliant performance technique. The root of the word is 'bravo', which refers to someone who is courageous or skilled. Over time, 'bravura' evolved to encompass not just the concept of bravery but also the display of artistic skill and flair in performances. It became widely adopted in various performance arts, particularly in music and dance, to emphasize dramatic and skilled execution. The usage of 'bravura' in English dates back to the 18th century and has maintained its association with excellence and flamboyant talent.