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heroic
01
displaying great bravery as that of a hero or heroine
Examples
The firefighter 's heroic actions saved several lives during the blazing inferno.
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The heroic statue stood tall in the town square, commemorating the bravery of fallen soldiers.
03
relating to or characteristic of heroes from ancient stories or legends, often showcasing great bravery or noble qualities
Examples
The heroic deeds of Achilles in " The Iliad " exemplify the valor and nobility associated with ancient heroes.
04
(of actions or behavior) impressive or ambitious in scale or scope
Examples
The engineers undertook a heroic effort to rebuild the bridge within a year.
Heroic
01
a verse form traditionally used for epic or elevated subjects, such as dactylic hexameter or iambic pentameter
Examples
Homer 's epics were composed in the heroic of Greek poetry.
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