heroism

Plural: heroisms

Noun

• Great bravery and courageous actions, especially in battle or adversity.
• 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.

Examples

• His calculated risk, though not a large word, demonstrated true Scrabble HEROISM.

Synonyms

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

Related Words

hero, heroic, heroics, heroine, heroship