Synonyms for
Heroes
Definition
Heroes are people who are admired for their bravery, achievements, and noble qualities.
Synonyms & similar words
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Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- real heroes
- everyday heroes
- local heroes
- war heroes
- super heroes
- heroic deeds
- our heroes
Word family
Usage note
While 'heroes' refers to admirable individuals, it can also be used ironically or sarcastically for those who are not admirable. The plural form is 'heroes'.
Example sentences
- Superman is a hero because he saves people from danger.
- My dad is my hero because he works hard to provide for our family.
- The soldiers who fought in the war are heroes because they protected our country.
- The doctors and nurses who work in hospitals are heroes because they help sick people feel better.
- Martin Luther King Jr. is a hero because he fought for civil rights and equality for all people.
Quotes
A hero is someone who has given his or her life to something bigger than oneself. - Joseph Campbell
True heroism is remarkably sober, very undramatic. It is not the urge to surpass all others at whatever cost, but the urge to serve others at whatever cost. - Arthur Ashe
You don't have to be a superhero to do good in the world. - Lucy Liu