noun ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   The quality of being valorous; valour. uncountable
2. 2
   the qualities of a hero or heroine; exceptional or heroic courage when facing danger (especially in battle) wordnet

Synonyms

All synonyms

braverychivalryfortitudegallantryheroismheroism

Etymology

From valorous + -ness.

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