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Heroism

/ˈhɛɹəʊɪzəm/

The qualities characteristic of a hero, such as courage, bravery, fortitude, unselfishness, etc.; the display of such qualities.

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📖 Definitions of "Heroism"

noun

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The qualities characteristic of a hero, such as courage, bravery, fortitude, unselfishness, etc.; the display of such qualities.

🔄 Synonyms of "Heroism"

7 synonyms found via WordNet and Google Books.

Word	Definition
valournoun	Strength of mind in regard to danger; the quality which enables a person to encounter danger with firmness
valiancenoun	The quality of being valiant; heroism, bravery or valour.
gallantrynoun	chivalrous courtliness, especially towards women.
valornoun	US standard spelling of valour. [Individually sustained verve or passion.]
valiancynoun	(now rare) Valour, bravery.
valorousnessnoun	The quality of being valorous; valour.
valourousnessnoun	Rare spelling of valorousness. [The quality of being valorous; valour.]

💡 Words with a Similar Meaning to "Heroism"

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Word	Definition
valornoun	US standard spelling of valour. [Individually sustained verve or passion.]
gallantrynoun	chivalrous courtliness, especially towards women.
valorousnessnoun	The quality of being valorous; valour.
valournoun	Strength of mind in regard to danger; the quality which enables a person to encounter danger with firmness
valiancenoun	The quality of being valiant; heroism, bravery or valour.
valiancynoun	(now rare) Valour, bravery.
heronoun	Somebody who possesses great bravery and carries out extraordinary or noble deeds.
braverynoun	(usually uncountable) Being brave, courageousness.
tournamentnoun	A series of games; either the same game played many times, or a succession of games related by a single theme; played competitively to determine a single winning team or individual.
championshipnoun	(sports) A competition to determine a champion, especially the final of a series of competitions.
heroes	a comic about the titular team of fictional superheroes, published by DC Comics and created by Matt Wayne and ChrisCross.
daringnoun	Adventurous, willing to take on or look for risks; overbold.
couragenoun	The ability to overcome one's fear, do or live things which one finds frightening.
fortitudenoun	Mental or emotional strength that enables courage in the face of adversity.
prowessnoun	(uncountable) Skillfulness or extraordinary ability in a particular area of expertise; dexterity, mastery, or proficiency.
mettlenoun	A quality of courage and endurance.
pluckverb	(transitive) To pull something sharply; to pull something out
intrepiditynoun	The quality of being intrepid; bravery.
audacitynoun	Insolent boldness, especially when imprudent or unconventional.
boldnessnoun	The state of being bold; courage.