Hero

Pronunciation: /ˈhɪəroʊ/

Definitions of hero

noun a person who is admired or idealized for courage, outstanding achievements, or noble qualities

Example Sentences

A1 My dad is my hero because he always helps me when I need it.

A2 The hero in the movie saved the day and defeated the villain.

B1 Firefighters are often seen as heroes for their bravery and selflessness.

B2 The soldier was hailed as a hero for his courageous actions in battle.

C1 Many people consider Nelson Mandela to be a hero for his fight against apartheid.

C2 The doctor who discovered the vaccine was hailed as a hero for saving countless lives.

Examples of hero in a Sentence

formal The hero of the story bravely faced the villain in the final showdown.

informal My dad is my hero because he always knows how to fix things around the house.

slang That firefighter is a real hero for rescuing all those people from the burning building.

figurative She was hailed as a hero for standing up against injustice in her community.

Grammatical Forms of hero

• past tense: heroed
• plural: heroes
• comparative: more heroic
• superlative: most heroic
• present tense: hero
• future tense: will hero
• perfect tense: have heroed
• continuous tense: is heroing
• singular: hero
• positive degree: heroic
• infinitive: to hero
• gerund: heroing
• participle: heroed

Origin and Evolution of hero

First Known Use: 1400 year

Language of Origin: Ancient Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'hero' originated from the ancient Greek word 'heros', meaning a demigod or a warrior who possesses great strength and courage.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'hero' has evolved to refer to individuals who display exceptional courage, nobility, or self-sacrifice in the face of adversity.