valiant

[val-yuhnt] / ˈvæl yənt /

ADJECTIVE

brave

Synonyms

STRONGEST

courageous fearless gallant gutsy heroic indomitable intrepid noble plucky stout strong-willed vigorous

WEAK

adventurous assertive audacious bold chivalrous dauntless fire-eating game grand great gritty gutty high-spirited lion-hearted magnanimous nervy powerful puissant redoubtable self-reliant spunky stalwart steadfast stouthearted unafraid undaunted undismayed valorous venturesome venturous worthy

Antonyms

STRONGEST

afraid cowardly fearful meek timid weak

Example Sentences

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The Oklahoma City Thunder overcame another valiant Lakers charge Thursday night to win their second game in two tries in the Western Conference semifinals at Paycom Center.

From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2026

Or that they put in valiant displays in 1-1 draws against Barcelona and holders Paris St-Germain.

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

That this valiant display coincides with the anniversary of the Coens’ landmark film only further confirms the perennial relevance of “Fargo.”

From Salon • Feb. 7, 2026

Ish Sodhi hit a valiant 33 off 15 balls before he fell as the last wicket with New Zealand bowled out in 19.4 overs.

From Barron's • Jan. 31, 2026

Father thought the king’s knights weren’t aggressive enough; the earl believed them to be valiant and praiseworthy.

From "Ella Enchanted" by Gail Carson Levine

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