Alternative Spelling guide

valor

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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Pronunciation

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  • US: /ˈvælɚ/
  • US: Recorded audio is listed in the source snapshot.
  • rhymes with -ælə(ɹ)
  • CMU ARPABET: V AE1 L ER0 Digits mark lexical stress: 1 primary, 2 secondary, 0 unstressed.

1

noun

Meaning 1

US standard spelling of valour.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: US, alt-of, standard, uncountable, usually

No example sentence was provided for this meaning.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

noun

Meaning 2

the qualities of a hero or heroine; exceptional or heroic courage when facing danger (especially in battle)

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

Examples

  • he showed great heroism in battle
  • he received a medal for valor

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: heroism, gallantry, valour, valorousness, valiance, valiancy

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: courage, courageousness, bravery, braveness

History

Etymology

No etymology was provided for this word.