Word HERO: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

hero

🇺🇸 [ˈhɪəroʊ]

Meanings

A person who is admired for their courage, noble qualities, or great achievements. A hero often performs acts of bravery or selflessness in the face of adversity.

Examples

• The firefighter was hailed as a hero for saving the family from the burning house.
• She became a hero in her community for her charitable work.
• The hero of the story overcame many challenges to achieve success.

Synonyms

savior • champion • warrior

Antonyms

villain • enemy • coward