Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

hero

[heer-oh] / ˈhɪər oʊ /




NOUN
submarine sandwich
Synonyms


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

In 1984, Mario Puzo published "The Sicilian", which is not a sequel to "The Godfather," but a standalone narrative about the Sicilian hero Salvatore Giuliano.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

Rose, the hero of Watkins’ third novel, is torn.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

Mind you, Lawrence’s signature formula is still very much in play here, centering the plot around a sensitive, sad hero trying to start over after a great loss.

From Salon • May 11, 2026

Leon Strawder came into last fall’s football season a hero, having led Miami’s Northwestern High to a state championship the previous year.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 10, 2026

He’s no hero … he’s a villain who is obsessed with bargaining and finding the best deals.

From "Kwame Crashes the Underworld" by Craig Kofi Farmer




Vocabulary lists containing hero


Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "hero" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com