heroical
Adjective 1. Having or displaying qualities appropriate for heroes: Possessing or showing extreme courage, nobility, or bravery, especially in the face of danger or adversity. Synonymous with "heroic."
The adjective "heroical" describes actions, efforts, or characters that are exceptionally brave, daring, or noble. It is used to elevate an act or person to the level of a hero. It is a formal and somewhat archaic variant of the more common adjective "heroic."
- The soldiers made a heroical last stand to defend the city.
- Her heroical efforts to save the drowning child were celebrated by the entire town.
- The explorer's heroical journey across the Antarctic is legendary.
- "heroical age": A term sometimes used in literature or history to refer to a legendary period characterized by great deeds and heroes.
- "heroical verse": A poetic term for a meter or style considered suitable for epic poetry about heroes.
- Heroic (adj): The standard and more frequently used form with the same meaning.
- Heroically (adv): In a heroic manner.
- Hero (n): A person who is admired for their courage, outstanding achievements, or noble qualities.
- Valiant: Showing courage or determination.
- Courageous: Not deterred by danger or pain; brave.
- Gallant: Brave; heroic.
- Intrepid: Fearless; adventurous.
- Cowardly: Lacking courage.
- Timid: Showing a lack of courage or confidence.
- Craven: Contemptibly lacking in courage.
"Heroical" is an older, less common form of the adjective "heroic." In modern English, "heroic" is almost universally preferred in both written and spoken language. You will most often encounter "heroical" in older literary texts or in very formal, stylized writing. For all contemporary usage, "heroic" is the recommended choice.
- having or displaying qualities appropriate for heroes
- the heroic attack on the beaches of Normandy
- heroic explorers