Strong in the face of fear; courageous.
Making a fine show or display.
Foolish or unwise.
After braving tricks on the high-dive, he braved a jump off the first diving platform.
To encounter with courage and fortitude, to defy, to provoke.
Encouraging and inspiring confidence.
Showing promise, and likely to develop in a desirable fashion.
a promising young apprentice
The act of making a promise.