courage

3 definitions • 7 examples

the ability to control your fear in a dangerous or difficult situation:

They showed great courage when they found out about their baby's disability.

[ + to infinitive ] People should have the courage to stand up for their beliefs.

pluck up the courage to It took me months to pluck up the courage to ask for a promotion.

summon the courage to He could not summon the courage to ask her on a date.

to be brave and confident enough to do what you believe in:

Although many of his policies were unpopular, he had the courage of his convictions to see them through.

the ability to control fear and to be willing to deal with something that is dangerous, difficult, or unpleasant:

He lacked the courage to tax the American people to pay for his Great Society programs.

It took me several months to get up the courage to ask her to lunch.