heroic

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Learn the meaning of heroic with synonyms, antonyms and an example sentence. Part of our 11 plus vocabulary list used for selective school and grammar school preparation.

heroic

(adjective)

Meaning

showing great courage and bravery

Example

"The heroic actions of the firefighters saved many lives during the blaze."

Synonyms

bravevaliantgallant

Antonyms

cowardlytimidfearful

More about this word

Word origin
From Latin 'heroicus', relating to a hero.
Related word forms
  • noun: heroism
  • adverb: heroically

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