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- pronunciation:
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ihk
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective), Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition 1: |
of or having to do with a hero or heroes.
The firefighter had a heroic life.- similar words:
- legendary, mythical
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| definition 2: |
like a hero; noble and courageous.
Jumping into the river to save the boy was a heroic deed.- similar words:
- bold, brave, courageous, daring, gallant, noble, reckless, romantic
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| definition 3: |
having to do with literature about a hero.
He liked to read heroic poems.- synonyms:
- epic
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| related words: |
adventurous, fearless |
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| derivation: |
heroically (adv.) |
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