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heroism

/ˈhɪərɪzəm/ noun · British & US
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What does heroism mean?

noun

The quality of being a hero; the act of showing great courage and bravery, especially in a dangerous situation.

Example

"The firefighter's heroism saved the family from the burning building."

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