Cool MateHero
UK /["/ˈhɪərəʊ/"]/US /["/ˈhɪrəʊ/"]/
Definition
a person who is admired by many people for doing something brave or good
In simple words: A person who is admired for their courage or noble qualities.
Examples
- Everyone admires the hero for his bravery during the rescue.
- In the movie, the hero overcomes incredible odds to save the day.
- Some people believe that true heroes are those who help others every day.
- He dreams of being a hero like the ones in comic books.
- The hero of the story teaches everyone a valuable lesson.
Usage notes
Use 'hero' for characters in stories or real-life individuals who do brave or good things. Not used for someone who is famous for entertainment purposes.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think 'hero' - sounds like 'here oh!' when someone does something amazing.
Collocations
- big
- great
- genuine
- be hailed (as)
- become
- make somebody into
- battle
- fight
- rescue somebody
- status
- figure
- worship
- hero to
- be no hero
- give somebody a hero’s welcome
- receive a hero’s welcome
- big
- great
- genuine
- be hailed (as)
- become
- make somebody into
- battle
- fight
- rescue somebody
- status
- figure
- worship
- hero to
- be no hero
- give somebody a hero’s welcome
- receive a hero’s welcome
- big
- great
- genuine
- be hailed (as)
- become
- make somebody into
- battle
- fight
- rescue somebody
- status
- figure
- worship
- hero to
- be no hero
- give somebody a hero’s welcome
- receive a hero’s welcome
Synonyms
- savior
- brave person
- champion
- defender
- icon
Antonyms
- villain
- coward
Common mistakes
- Confused with 'heroine' which refers specifically to a female hero.
- Using 'hero' for just any famous person, rather than someone who shows bravery.
- Mistakenly using 'heroes' in singular contexts.