Bravura: meaning, definitions and examples

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bravura

 

[ brษ™หˆvuหrษ™ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

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:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น bravura

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเฅเคฐเคพเคตเฅเคฐเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Bravour

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ bravura

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฑั€ะฐะฒัƒั€ะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ bravura

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ–ใƒฉใƒดใƒผใƒฉ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท bravoure

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ bravura

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท bravura

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ธŒ๋ผ๋ถ€๋ผ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจุฑุงฺคูˆุฑุง

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ bravura

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ bravura

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅŽไธฝ็š„ๆŠ€ๅทง

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ bravura

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ bravura

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑั€ะฐะฒัƒั€ะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘ึ€ีกีพแƒฃแƒ แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ bravura

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ 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.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #31,350 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.