Brave and Demure

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Brave adjective - Feeling or displaying no fear by temperament.

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Demure is an antonym for brave.

Nearby Words: bravery, bravely, braved, braving

Demure adjective - Affecting shyness or modesty in order to attract masculine interest.

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Brave is an antonym for demure in reserved topic.

Nearby Words: demur, demurely

She's usually a Nice Girl, but her demeanor can go anywhere from shy and demure, to brave and adventurous.

Source: The Chick

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