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heroism

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her·o·ism  (hr-zm)
n.
1. Heroic conduct or behavior.
2. Heroic characteristics or qualities; courage.

heroism [ˈhɛrəʊˌɪzəm]
n
the state or quality of being a hero

heroism
1. the state or condition of being a hero.
2. behavior typical of a hero. — heroic, adj.
See also: Courage
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Noun1.heroism - the qualities of a hero or heroineheroism - the qualities of a hero or heroine; exceptional or heroic courage when facing danger (especially in battle); "he showed great heroism in battle"; "he received a medal for valor"
braveness, bravery, courage, courageousness - a quality of spirit that enables you to face danger or pain without showing fear

heroism
Translations
heroism [ˈherəʊɪzəm] Nheroísmo m
heroism [ˈhɛrəʊɪzəm] nhéroïsme m
an act of heroism → un acte d'héroïsme
heroism
nHeldentum nt, → Heroismus m; (= daring)Kühnheit f; I’m not one for heroismich bin kein Held
heroism [ˈhɛrəʊɪzm] neroismo


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