valor
/'vælə/
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Definition
Noun: - Exceptional courage, especially in battle: "valor" refers to the quality of showing great bravery and strength of mind when facing danger, particularly in combat or life-threatening situations. It implies heroic conduct that goes beyond ordinary courage.
Usage
"Valor" is a formal and literary noun, most commonly used in contexts of warfare, military awards, and historical or heroic narratives. It describes an innate or displayed quality of character.
Examples
- The soldier was awarded the highest military honor for his valor on the battlefield.
- Tales of ancient knights often speak of their valor and chivalry.
- She showed tremendous valor in standing up to the corrupt officials.
Advanced Usage
- "To be decorated for valor": to receive a medal or award for an act of bravery.
- He was decorated for valor after rescuing his comrades under heavy fire.
- "Awarded for valor above and beyond the call of duty": a formal phrase used in military citations to describe extraordinary bravery exceeding what is normally expected.
- The citation stated the medal was awarded for valor above and beyond the call of duty.
Variants and Related Words
- Valorous (adj): possessing or characterized by valor; brave.
- The general praised the troops for their valorous defense of the city.
- Valour (n): the British English spelling of "valor".
- The poet wrote of the soldier's valour in the face of certain death.
Synonyms
- Bravery: the quality of being brave; courageous behavior or character.
- Courage: the ability to do something that frightens one; bravery.
- Heroism: great bravery.
- Gallantry: courageous behavior, especially in battle.
Antonyms
- Cowardice: lack of bravery.
- Timidity: lack of courage or confidence.
Idioms and Phrases
- "A heart of valor": a phrase describing someone as inherently brave and courageous.
- Though he seemed quiet, he possessed a heart of valor when his family was threatened.
- "To prove one's valor": to demonstrate one's bravery through action.
- The young knight sought a quest to prove his valor.
Noun
- the qualities of a hero or heroine; exceptional or heroic courage when facing danger (especially in battle)
- he showed great heroism in battle
- he received a medal for valor