cour·age 
/ˈkɚrɪʤ/ noun
/ˈkɚrɪʤ/ noun [noncount] : the ability to do something that you know is difficult or dangerous
▪ The troops showed great courage [=bravery] in battle. ▪ She has the courage to support unpopular causes. ▪ It takes courage to stand up for your rights. ▪ I finally worked/got up the courage [=nerve] to tell him the bad news. ▪ They showed great courage [=fearlessness] and determination. ▪ Eventually she summoned (up) the courage to confront him. ▪ They showed courage under fire. [=they were brave while they were being shot at or while they were being strongly criticized] ▪ He has the courage of his convictions. [=he is not afraid to do what he believes is right]
▪ The troops showed great courage [=bravery] in battle. ▪ She has the courage to support unpopular causes. ▪ It takes courage to stand up for your rights. ▪ I finally worked/got up the courage [=nerve] to tell him the bad news. ▪ They showed great courage [=fearlessness] and determination. ▪ Eventually she summoned (up) the courage to confront him. ▪ They showed courage under fire. [=they were brave while they were being shot at or while they were being strongly criticized] ▪ He has the courage of his convictions. [=he is not afraid to do what he believes is right]
