Valiance

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val·iant (v

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adj.

1. Possessing valor; brave.

2. Marked by or done with valor. See Synonyms at brave.

A brave person.

[Middle English, from Old French vaillant, from Latin valns, valent-, present participle of valre, to be strong; see wal- in Indo-European roots.]

valian·cy, valiance, valiant·ness n.

valiant·ly adv.

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Noun

valiance - 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"

gallantry, heroism, valiancy, valor, valorousness, valour

braveness, bravery, courage, courageousness - a quality of spirit that enables you to face danger or pain without showing fear

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