HEROISM


Meaning of HEROISM in English

n. Function: noun

conspicuous courage or bravery FF1C; received an award for heroism FF1E;

Synonyms: gallantry, prowess, valiance, valiancy, valor, valorousness

Related Words: boldness, bravery, courage, doughtiness, fearlessness, intrepidity, spirit; chivalry, nobility

Contrasted Words: cowardice, spiritlessness, timidity, timorousness, weakness

Antonyms: pusillanimity

Merriam Webster. Collegiate thesaurus English dictionary.      Английский энциклопедический толковый словарь тезауруса.