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courageously

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Courageously (adv) means In a brave manner; without giving in to fear. Example: “She courageously stood up to the bullies.”

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In a brave manner; without giving in to fear.
"She courageously stood up to the bullies."
"The soldiers fought courageously despite being outnumbered."

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In plain EnglishBravely; in a way that shows courage.

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Word forms

Comparative
more courageously
Superlative
most courageously
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Etymology

Formed from courageous plus the adverb-forming suffix -ly.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “courageously” mean?
The word “courageously” means in a brave manner; without giving in to fear. In plain terms, bravely; in a way that shows courage.
How do you use “courageously” in a sentence?
Here is “courageously” used in a sentence: “She courageously stood up to the bullies.”
What part of speech is “courageously”?
“Courageously” is an adverb.
What is the meaning of courageously?
"courageously" (adv) means in a brave manner; without giving in to fear.

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