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heroic - Dictionary definition and meaning for word
heroic
Definition
(noun) a verse form suited to the treatment of heroic or elevated themes; dactylic hexameter or iambic pentameter
Synonyms
:
heroic meter
,
heroic verse
Definition
(adj) very imposing or impressive; surpassing the ordinary (especially in size or scale)
Synonyms
:
epic
,
larger-than-life
Example Sentence
an epic voyage
of heroic proportions
heroic sculpture
Definition
(adj) relating to or characteristic of heroes of antiquity
Example Sentence
heroic legends
the heroic age
Definition
(adj) having or displaying qualities appropriate for heroes
Synonyms
:
heroical
Example Sentence
the heroic attack on the beaches of Normandy
heroic explorers
Definition
(adj) of behavior that is impressive and ambitious in scale or scope
Synonyms
:
expansive
,
grand
Example Sentence
an expansive lifestyle
in the grand manner
collecting on a grand scale
heroic undertakings
Definition
(adj) showing extreme courage; especially of actions courageously undertaken in desperation as a last resort
Synonyms
:
desperate
Example Sentence
made a last desperate attempt to reach the climber
the desperate gallantry of our naval task forces marked the turning point in the Pacific war
they took heroic measures to save his life
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text: of heroic questing music
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