B1adjective formal 5K

Valiant

🇬🇧 UK //ˈvælɪənt// 🇺🇸 US //ˈvæljənt//

Meaning of Valiant

Showing courage or determination in the face of danger.

In simple words: brave and courageous

Valiant in a sentence

• The soldiers made a valiant effort to protect their town.
• She received a medal for her valiant actions during the rescue.
• His valiant spirit inspired many to join the cause.
• The firefighters were valiant in saving lives during the blaze.
• A valiant attempt to climb the mountain ended in success.

How to use Valiant

Use 'valiant' to describe people or actions that show great bravery, often in a heroic context. It's generally formal and not commonly used in everyday conversation.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of 'valiant' as 'valiant knights' who courageously fight for honor.

Related words

Collocations with Valiant

• valiant effort
• valiant warrior
• valiant act

Synonyms for Valiant

• brave
• courageous
• heroic
• gallant
• intrepid

Opposites of Valiant

• cowardly
• timid

Common mistakes with Valiant

• Confused with 'valley' - they have different meanings.
• Using it in casual contexts where a simpler word would suffice, like 'brave'.
• Incorrectly pronounced, often as 'val-yant' instead of 'val-i-uhnt'.

Frequently asked questions about Valiant

What does Valiant mean?

brave and courageous

What is the definition of Valiant?

Showing courage or determination in the face of danger.

How do you use Valiant in a sentence?

The soldiers made a valiant effort to protect their town.

Can you give another example of Valiant?

She received a medal for her valiant actions during the rescue.

What are synonyms for Valiant?

Common alternatives include brave, courageous, heroic, gallant, intrepid.

What is the opposite of Valiant?

Opposite meanings include cowardly, timid.

What words go with Valiant?

It commonly pairs with valiant effort, valiant warrior, valiant act.

What are common mistakes when using Valiant?

Confused with 'valley' - they have different meanings. Using it in casual contexts where a simpler word would suffice, like 'brave'. Incorrectly pronounced, often as 'val-yant' instead of 'val-i-uhnt'.

How do you pronounce Valiant?

US: //ˈvæljənt//, UK: //ˈvælɪənt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Valiant formal or informal?

"Valiant" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Valiant?

Use 'valiant' to describe people or actions that show great bravery, often in a heroic context. It's generally formal and not commonly used in everyday conversation.

What CEFR level is Valiant?

"Valiant" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.