heroism

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun

The qualities characteristic of a hero, such as courage, bravery, fortitude, selflessness, etc.; the display of such qualities.

/ˈhɛɹəʊɪzəm/ /ˈhɛɹoʊɪzəm/ /ˈhiɹoʊɪzəm/ En-us-heroism.ogg

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From French héroïsme, equivalent to hero + -ism.

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