tenderbutcourageous
adjectiveUK /ˈtɛndə bʌt kəˈreɪdʒəs/
US /ˈtɛndər bʌt kəˈreɪdʒəs/
Being gentle and kind but also brave.
The tenderbutcourageous little mouse helped the scared bird even though he was afraid too.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. Showing soft feelings while still facing danger.
Her tenderbutcourageous words calmed the crying child during the storm.
3. Being caring and strong at the same time.
The tenderbutcourageous nurse held the patient's hand through the scary night.
4. Having a kind heart that does not give up.
He was tenderbutcourageous and kept trying to help the lost puppy.