embrave

transitive verb

em·​brave

ə̇m,

em+

variants or less commonly enbrave

ə̇n,

en+

1

archaic : to make fine or impressive : brighten

2

archaic : to inspire with courage : make brave or daring

Word History

Etymology

en- entry 1 + brave (adjective)

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