heroic — meaning, examples & etymology [English]

heroic (hɪˈroʊɪk)

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🔊 hɪˈroʊɪk

Meaning

Meaning: very brave

Showing great courage, like a hero.

Examples

🗣 The heroic rescue saved many lives.

Etymology

From Greek ‘heroikos’, from ‘heros’ meaning ‘hero’.

How & Where It’s Used

Describes brave, self-sacrificing actions.

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Tags: character, virtue

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