n. Strength of mind in regard to danger; that quality which enables a person to encounter danger with firmness; personal bravery; courage; prowess; intrepidity.
n. A brave man; a man of valor.
n. arrogance
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n. the qualities of a hero or heroine; exceptional or heroic courage when facing danger (especially in battle)
Word Usage
"This may merely reflect a heightened sense, that regarding prosecution under UCMJ Article 125, as Falstaff observed, “The better part of valour is discretion”."