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VALOROUSNESS
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I. (noun)
Sense 1
Meaning:
The qualities of a hero or heroine; exceptional or heroic courage when facing danger (especially in battle)
Example:
he received a medal for valor
Synonyms:
gallantry; heroism; valiance; valiancy; valor; valorousness; valour
Classified under:
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects
Hypernyms ("valorousness" is a kind of...):
braveness; bravery; courage; courageousness (a quality of spirit that enables you to face danger or pain without showing fear)
Derivation:
valorous (having or showing valor)
