bravado
3 synonyms and 1 antonym for bravado, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A bold, showy display of courage that is often not entirely genuine.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use bravado
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
sheer bravado
macho bravado
Etymology
From French bravade, ultimately from Italian bravare ("to brag, to boast") — related to bravo and brave.
Full origin of bravado →Frequently asked questions
What does “bravado” mean?
The word “bravado” means a bold, showy display of courage that is often not entirely genuine. In plain terms, putting on a show of confidence or courage that may be covering up fear or doubt.
How do you pronounce “bravado”?
“Bravado” is pronounced brah-VAH-doh (/bɹɑˈvɑdoʊ/ in IPA).
How do you use “bravado” in a sentence?
Here is “bravado” used in a sentence: “His bravado faded the moment the interview actually started.”
What part of speech is “bravado”?
“Bravado” is a noun.
Where does the word “bravado” come from?
The word “bravado” comes from French. From French bravade, ultimately from Italian bravare ("to brag, to boast") — related to bravo and brave.
