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noun
The quality of being valiant; heroism, bravery or valour.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: uncountable, usually
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Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
noun
the qualities of a hero or heroine; exceptional or heroic courage when facing danger (especially in battle)
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
Synonyms: heroism, gallantry, valor, valour, valorousness, valiancy
Antonyms: none provided
Broader terms: courage, courageousness, bravery, braveness
History
From Middle English valiaunce, from Anglo-Norman vaillaunce and Old French vaillance.
Across languages
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