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What is another word for Heroic? – 237 Heroic Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    brave courageous valiant fearless daring audacious bold gallant chivalrous noble selfless altruistic magnanimous generous unselfish steadfast loyal dedicated committed resolute determined dauntless intrepid stalwart unflinching undaunted adventurous dashing heroic legendary mythic epic larger-than-life extraordinary remarkable exceptional outstanding impressive awesome inspiring exemplary virtuous honorable righteous moral ethical principled noble-minded high-minded lofty sublime exalted revered admired respected venerated idolized worshiped extolled eulogized praised commended acclaimed celebrated glorified lionized apotheosized

    Meaning of Heroic

    having or showing great courage and bravery

    Definitions

    • Showing great courage and bravery, especially by risking one's own life or well-being
    • * Relating to or characteristic of heroes or heroism
    • * Having or showing great determination and courage in the face of challenges or difficulties

    Etymology of Heroic

    The word "heroic" comes from the Old French word "heroique", which is derived from the Latin word "heroicus", meaning "of or pertaining to a hero"
    The Latin word "heroicus" is itself derived from the Greek word "ἡρωϊκός" (hērōikos), meaning "of or pertaining to a hero"
    The word "heroic" has been used in the English language since the 15th century to describe acts or qualities that are characteristic of heroes or heroism

    Example Uses

    • The firefighter's heroic actions saved the family from the burning building
    • * The doctor's heroic efforts to save the patient's life were ultimately unsuccessful, but her bravery and selflessness were inspiring
    • * The heroic feat of climbing Mount Everest without oxygen is a remarkable achievement that requires great courage and determination

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    cowardly timid fearful craven pusillanimous weak spineless faint-hearted irresolute indecisive hesitant half-hearted lukewarm unenthusiastic apathetic unresponsive uncooperative disobedient rebellious mutinous seditious treasonous perfidious treacherous deceitful dishonest untrustworthy disloyal disreputable shameful disgraceful ignominious humiliating degrading demoralizing demotivating

    Related Nouns

    hero heroism bravery courage valor daring audacity boldness gallantry chivalry nobility selflessness altruism magnanimity generosity steadfastness loyalty dedication commitment resolution determination dauntlessness intrepidity stalwartness unflinchingness undauntedness adventurousness dashingness legend myth epic saga tale story narrative anecdote exploit feat achievement deed action act

    Related Verbs

    brave dare venture risk face confront defy challenge overcome conquer vanquish triumph achieve accomplish attain realize fulfill complete succeed thrive flourish prosper inspire motivate encourage uplift exalt glorify lionize apotheosize eulogize praise commend acclaim celebrate extol

    Related Adjectives

    brave courageous valiant fearless daring audacious bold gallant chivalrous noble selfless altruistic magnanimous generous steadfast loyal dedicated committed resolute determined dauntless intrepid stalwart unflinching undaunted adventurous dashing legendary mythic epic larger-than-life extraordinary remarkable exceptional outstanding impressive awesome inspiring exemplary virtuous honorable righteous moral ethical principled noble-minded high-minded lofty sublime exalted revered admired respected venerated idolized worshiped