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To: Lady Lurksalot who wrote (403)	7/21/2005 2:44:28 PM
From: epicure	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 1233

Ah. A fanatical dupe who is brainwashed can't be brave? Can you explain how you get that from the definition?

To: Lady Lurksalot who wrote (403)	7/21/2005 2:53:21 PM
From: epicure	Respond to of 1233

Main Entry: fa·nat·i·cism Pronunciation: f&-'nat-&-"siz-&m Function: noun : fanatic outlook or behavior especially as exhibited by excessive enthusiasm, unreasoning zeal, or wild and extravagant notions on some subject well the above could certainly co-exist with bravery: bravery n 1: a quality of spirit that enables you to face danger of pain without showing fear [syn: courage, courageousness] [ant: cowardice] 2: feeling no fear [syn: fearlessness] [ant: fear] In fact, seems to me it would really help your bravery to BE a fanatic. Wouldn't you agree? If not, why not? Then there's "brainwashed": brainwashed adj : subjected to intensive forced indoctrination resulting in the rejection of old beliefs and acceptance of new ones; "brainwashed prisoners of war"; "captive audiences for TV commercials can become brainwashed consumers" [ant: unbrainwashed] That also seems compatible with bravery. In fact, it seems likely to enhance your ability to combat fear and danger, thus actually making you more brave. Interesting! Thanks for your comments.