Courage And Bravery

3 words in this vocabulary list

noun a word used to identify any of a class of people, places, or things

verb a word used to describe an action, state, or occurrence

adverb a word that modifies or qualifies an adjective, verb, or other adverb

preposition a word used before a noun or pronoun to show its relationship to another word in the sentence

conjunction a word used to connect clauses or sentences or to coordinate words in the same clause

interjection a word or phrase that expresses a strong emotion or sentiment

article a word that is used with a noun to specify grammatical definiteness of the noun

  • The group of mice discussed how they could bell the cat without getting caught.
  • We need to come up with a plan to bell the cat before it causes more trouble.
  • I heard Jerry wants to be the one to bell the cat, but I doubt he has the guts.
  • Taking on that project is like trying to bell the cat - it's a risky and difficult task.

noun a brave and spirited person

adjective showing courage in the face of danger or difficulty

  • The plucky young entrepreneur started her own business despite facing many challenges.
  • I admire your plucky attitude in taking on that difficult task.
  • She's always been a plucky one, never backing down from a challenge.
  • The plucky little flower pushed its way through the cracks in the pavement to reach the sunlight.

verb Durst is the past tense of the verb 'dare,' which means to have the courage or audacity to do something.

  • The explorer durst not venture into the dark cave without proper equipment.
  • I don't think she durst try that new restaurant after hearing all the bad reviews.
  • I can't believe he durst pull that stunt at the party last night!
  • Despite her fears, she durst to dream of a better future for herself.