heroism
noun
her·o·ism
ˈher-ə-ˌwi-zəm 
ˈhe-rə-
also ˈhir-
1
: heroic conduct especially as exhibited in fulfilling a high purpose or attaining a noble end
2
: the qualities of a hero
Examples of heroism in a Sentence
women who showed heroism by fighting for their right to vote
the inspiring heroism of the firefighters who risked their lives to save the people trapped in the burning building
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And so, as the city draws together to remember the victims of the Pratt tragedy and the heroism of the cops who responded to it, the APD once more is under the glare of a negative spotlight.
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Denise Crosby, Chicago Tribune, 15 Feb. 2026
Both seemed hellbent on denigrating Black military achievements and glory, even bizarrely trying to have narratives of Black heroism erased.
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The Dutch-Dutch aren’t exactly known for their hardball heroism.
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Denise Crosby, Chicago Tribune, 15 Feb. 2026
Both seemed hellbent on denigrating Black military achievements and glory, even bizarrely trying to have narratives of Black heroism erased.
—Literary Hub, 6 Feb. 2026
The Dutch-Dutch aren’t exactly known for their hardball heroism.
—Tyler Estep, AJC.com, 6 Feb. 2026
This movie has positive themes of heroism, courage, and the power of family and prayer.
—Lynnette Nicholas, Parents, 27 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for heroism
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“Heroism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/heroism. Accessed 19 Feb. 2026.
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heroism
noun
her·o·ism
ˈher-ə-ˌwiz-əm
also ˈhir-
: heroic conduct or qualities
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