Definition of VALOUR

valour

Meanings

Plural: valours

Noun

  • the qualities of a hero or heroine; exceptional or heroic courage when facing danger (especially in battle)
  • Individually sustained verve or passion.
  • Value; worth.
  • Strength of mind in regard to danger; the quality which enables a person to encounter danger with firmness
  • A brave man; a man of valour.

Origin / Etymology

From Middle English valour, from Anglo-Norman valour, from Latin valor. Doublet of valure.

Scrabble Score: 9

valour is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
valour is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
valour is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 12

valour is a valid Words With Friends word