Meaning & use

valor

noun·Advanced

Great courage shown especially in facing danger, such as in battle.

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The soldiers received medals for their valor during the rescue mission.

Stories of valor from the shipwreck inspired the whole town.

A note on using this word

Valor is a formal, somewhat literary word, often describing courage in combat or crisis rather than everyday bravery.

Words with a similar meaning

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Words with an opposite meaning

cowardice

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