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valor

[val-er] / ˈvæl ər /
NOUN
bravery
Synonyms
STRONGEST
boldness courage derring-do determination fearlessness firmness fortitude gallantry grit heroism prowess tenacity
STRONG
arete backbone dash defiance fight guts hardihood heart intrepidity invincibility mettle moxie nerve pluck resolution sand spirit spunk starch stomach valiance valiancy
WEAK
indomitableness intestinal fortitude
Antonyms
STRONGEST
cowardice fear irresolution meekness timidity weakness

Example Sentences

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More than 16 million Americans served in World War II. A conflict of that scale demands valor and bravery, and our servicemen answered the call.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

As a marine, Mueller earned a Bronze Star for valor and a Purple Heart for wounds received in combat.

From Barron's • Mar. 21, 2026

Allí, un grupo de ganadores representados por el residente local Theodorus Struyck compró el boleto afortunado por valor de 1765 millones de dólares.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 24, 2025

Hitler was a former frontline soldier, twice wounded and decorated for valor.

From Salon • Aug. 5, 2024

If he thought that would shame the Hound back to valor, he was wrong.

From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin