Antonyms for heroism


Grammar : Noun
Spell : her-oh-iz-uhm
Phonetic Transcription : ˈhɛr oʊˌɪz əm


Definition of heroism

Origin :
  • 1717, from French héroisme, from heros (see hero (n.1)).
  • noun bravery
Example sentences :
  • They are presented as good and evil, as vice and virtue, as villainy and heroism.
  • Extract from : « A Treatise on Parents and Children » by George Bernard Shaw
  • His heroism appears in growing revelation from the beginning.
  • Extract from : « Understanding the Scriptures » by Francis McConnell
  • But for the heroism of the signallers, it would have been insuperable.
  • Extract from : « The Story of the Malakand Field Force » by Sir Winston S. Churchill
  • But side by side with these despicable men what heroism we saw!
  • Extract from : « My Double Life » by Sarah Bernhardt
  • The heroism of the Spaniards might protract, but could not avert their fall.
  • Extract from : « Gomez Arias » by Joaqun Telesforo de Trueba y Coso
  • For a moment he forgot his elevated sentiments and his heroism, and flew to raise her.
  • Extract from : « Imogen » by William Godwin
  • By her assistance he strengthened all his resolutions, and gave vigour to the heroism of his mind.
  • Extract from : « Imogen » by William Godwin
  • The apostrophe to the heroism of the soldiers is sickly and pale.
  • Extract from : « Diary from November 12, 1862, to October 18, 1863 » by Adam Gurowski
  • The soldiers fought with a skill and heroism that have never been equaled.
  • Extract from : « The Story of the Great War, Volume II (of VIII) » by Various
  • It is a marvellous story they have to tell of endurance, heroism, and victory.
  • Extract from : « Harper's Young People, August 17, 1880 » by Various

Synonyms for heroism

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