Courageous (adjective)

1. Having or showing bravery in the face of danger or difficulty.
2. Having or showing the ability to face danger, fear, or difficulty with a steady and strong spirit.

Origin:

The word courageous comes from the latin word "cor" which means "heart" and it first appeared in the english language in the 14th century.

Examples:

1. The soldier was courageous in the face of enemy fire.
2. The firefighters are always courageous when they put out the fire.
3. She was courageous enough to speak out against the injustice.
4. It takes a lot of courage to stand up for what you believe in.
5. The mother was courageous during her child's illness.