heroism
pronunciation
How to pronounce heroism in British English:
UK [ˈherəʊɪzəm]
How to pronounce heroism in American English:
US [ˈheroʊɪzəm]
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- Noun:
- the qualities of a hero or heroine; exceptional or heroic courage when facing danger (especially in battle)
Word Origin
- heroism (n.)
- 1717, from French héroisme, from heros (see hero (n.1)).
Example
- 1. Some of them were distinguished by exceptional heroism and fortitude .
- 2. We may think this is a sign of generosity or even heroism .
- 3. It was heroism become monstrous .
- 4. It can grant neither heroism nor martyrdom .
- 5. But it was more than heroism that kept britain out of nazi captivity .