Valiance (Noun)
Meaning
The qualities of a hero or heroine; exceptional or heroic courage when facing danger (especially in battle); "he showed great heroism in battle"; "he received a medal for valor".
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
Examples
- She showed extraordinary valiance during the battle, fighting bravely against all odds and saving her comrades' lives.
- The fire chief demonstrated remarkable valiance by entering the burning building to rescue a trapped family.
- Throughout the history books, her valiance and fearlessness in the face of enemy forces are the stuff of legend.
- He displayed outstanding valiance on the battlefield, dodging enemy fire to retrieve wounded soldiers and drag them to safety.
- Their valiance and sacrifice in the war earned them the respect and admiration of the entire nation.