English Explanatory Dictionary

bravura

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A highly technical or difficult piece, usually written for effect.
  2. A display of daring.
adj
  1. Highly showy; ostentatious.

Pronunciation

/bɹəˈvjʊəɹə/

Word forms

bravura bravuras bravure more bravura most bravura

Etymology

From Italian bravura (“skill”), from bravo (“good, skilful”). Compare bravado.

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