Definition of courage

competent Definition: (adjective) having the skill and knowledge needed for a particular task; capable Petersons.com

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cour·age    (kûrj, kr-) KEY  

NOUN:

The state or quality of mind or spirit that enables one to face danger, fear, or vicissitudes with self-possession, confidence, and resolution; bravery.

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ETYMOLOGY:
Middle English corage, from Old French, from Vulgar Latin *corticum, from Latin cor, heart; see kerd- in Indo-European roots

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