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Hero

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.