valorous — showing great courage in the face of danger, especially in battle
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: showing great courage in the face of danger, especially in battle
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈvæl.ər.əs/
Example Sentences
- The valorous firefighter ran into the burning building to save the cat... and came out with three cats and a confused parrot.
- His valorous actions during the war earned him the highest military honor.
- She made a valorous attempt to eat the entire pizza, but surrendered after slice number eight.
valorous
ADJECTIVE[/ˈvæl.ər.əs/]
showing great courage in the face of danger, especially in battle
Knight bravely charging into battle
Not glamorous but valorous, winning hearts amorous.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Middle English and Old French 'valorous,' derived from Latin 'valor' meaning strength, worth, or courage. The suffix '-ous' means 'full of' or 'characterized by.'
Breakdown
valor (strength, courage) + -ous (full of, characterized by) = valorous (full of courage)
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📝Examples
“The valorous firefighter ran into the burning building to save the cat... and came out with three cats and a confused parrot.”
“His valorous actions during the war earned him the highest military honor.”
“She made a valorous attempt to eat the entire pizza, but surrendered after slice number eight.”
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