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heroism

noun

the qualities of a hero or heroine; exceptional or heroic courage when facing danger (especially in battle)

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Word Facts

Word length
7
Starts with
H
Ends with
M
Contains
ER
Scrabble score
12
Database source
OEWN 2025 Core

How it sounds

Pronunciation

ˈhɛɹəʊɪzəm

Meaning

Definitions

noun

  1. the qualities of a hero or heroine; exceptional or heroic courage when facing danger (especially in battle)

    “he showed great heroism in battle”

In context

Example Sentences

he showed great heroism in battle
he received a medal for valor

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