Doughty

is read as \DOU-tee\ which means steadfastly courageous and resolute; valiant

Related terms: dauntless; brave; bold; intrepid; fearless

Example1:
In the movie, The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe, Peter was crowned as King for he was doughty enough to fight against the evil witch, Jadis. I like the movie so much that I could watch it again and again. Whew!
Example2:
Mrs. Doublin was doughty enough to engage herself in some dough-making competition even if she has no idea how to make it.

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