valor — great courage in the face of danger, especially in battle
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: great courage in the face of danger, especially in battle
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈvælər/
Example Sentences
- The firefighter's valor in rescuing the cat from the tree was legendary... until the cat scratched his face.
- She showed great valor when facing her biggest fear: public speaking.
- His valor in asking his crush out was admirable, even though she said 'Who are you again?'
valor
NOUN[/ˈvælər/]
great courage in the face of danger, especially in battle
Knight showing courage against dragon
From trembling pallor rises true valor!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Valor derives from Latin valere, meaning 'to be strong' or 'to be worth.' The word evolved through Old French valour and developed particularly during the medieval period, becoming associated with knightly virtue and the courageous conduct of knights in battle.
Breakdown
Latin valere (to be strong, to be worth) + -or (noun suffix indicating quality or state) → Old French valour → English valor.
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📝Examples
“The firefighter's valor in rescuing the cat from the tree was legendary... until the cat scratched his face.”
“She showed great valor when facing her biggest fear: public speaking.”
“His valor in asking his crush out was admirable, even though she said 'Who are you again?'”
“The knight's valor was recognized throughout the kingdom.”
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