heroism
noun
her·o·ism
ˈher-ə-ˌwi-zəm 
ˈhe-rə-,
also ˈhir-
1
: heroic conduct especially as exhibited in fulfilling a high purpose or attaining a noble end
2
: the qualities of a hero
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Examples of heroism in a Sentence
women who showed heroism by fighting for their right to vote
the inspiring heroism of the firefighters who risked their lives to save the people trapped in the burning building
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Stories of veterans' heroism will be shared as taps is played.
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Allison Kiehl, The Enquirer, 15 May 2024
During that time, accounts of daring Viking voyages, love, war, betrayal, and heroism – featuring a pantheon of gods, trolls, giants, dwarfs, and humans – were all part of a rich oral tradition.
—Kristina Lindborg, The Christian Science Monitor, 14 May 2024
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Allison Kiehl, The Enquirer, 15 May 2024
During that time, accounts of daring Viking voyages, love, war, betrayal, and heroism – featuring a pantheon of gods, trolls, giants, dwarfs, and humans – were all part of a rich oral tradition.
—Kristina Lindborg, The Christian Science Monitor, 14 May 2024
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heroism
noun
her·o·ism
ˈher-ə-ˌwiz-əm
also ˈhir-
: heroic conduct or qualities
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