heroism

Meanings

Plural: heroisms

Noun

• the qualities of a hero or heroine; exceptional or heroic courage when facing danger (especially in battle)
  • "he showed great heroism in battle"
• The qualities characteristic of a hero, such as courage, bravery, fortitude, selflessness, etc.; the display of such qualities.

Synonyms

gallantry, goodness, heroship, valiance, valiancy, valor, valorousness, valour

Related Words

hero, heroic, heroics, heroine, heroship