Heroics (Noun)

Meaning

Ostentatious or vainglorious or extravagant or melodramatic conduct; "heroics are for those epic films they make in Hollywood".

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Usages

• Plural Form

Examples

• The rockstar's on-stage antics were more about heroics than actual musicianship.
• His over-the-top declarations of love were just a bunch of heroics to impress his friends.
• The politician's speech was full of heroics, but lacked any real substance or policy.
• The actor's performance was criticized for being too focused on heroics rather than genuine emotion.
• The billionaire's philanthropic efforts were seen as heroics, a way to boost his public image rather than make a real difference.

Hypernyms

• Playing
• Playacting
• Performing