Bravely

/ˈbreɪvli/ adverb

In a courageous and fearless way, showing bravery despite danger or difficulty.

From 'brave' (from Italian 'bravo', meaning skillful or fine) plus the suffix '-ly' (in a manner of). The word evolved through Spanish and Italian before entering English in the 1500s, originally meaning 'showy' or 'fine', before taking on the sense of 'courageous'.

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