Bravo
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈbɹɑvoʊ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Bravo is a noun meaning A hired soldier; an assassin; a desperado.
Meaning
A hired soldier; an assassin; a desperado.
More Meanings
- A shout of "bravo!"
- (international standards, plural "bravos") Alternative letter-case form of Bravo from the NATO/ICAO Phonetic Alphabet.
- Used to express acclaim, especially to a performer.
- To cheer or applaud, especially by saying bravo!
Example Sentences
Bravo, you have done a brilliant job!
"And my Sunbeam was bravoed, and encored, and crowned with flowers, was she not?"
There was a roar of bravoes rang through the house; Pen bellowing with the loudest.
Men have before hired bravos to transact their crimes, while their own person and reputation sat under shelter.
Word Forms
- bravos
- bravoes
- bravi
- bravoing
- bravoed
Synonyms for bravo
Depending on context, synonyms include mercenary, bravissimo, bully, congrats, congratulations, encore.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include assassin, sir, brilliant, ole, hurray, swish.
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