valiance
/ˈvæliəns/
NOUN
1. Bravery and courageousness
The quality or state of being valiant; possessing courage, bravery, and the ability to face danger, difficulty, or adversity with determination and fearlessness.
1.1. Courage and fearlessness
The quality of showing courage and remaining unafraid when confronting danger, threats, or difficult situations.
Synonyms
- backbone
- boldness
- braveness
- bravery
- courage
- courageousness
- dauntlessness
- fearlessness
- fortitude
- hardihood
- heroism
- intrepidity
- intrepidness
- lion-heartedness
- pluck
- stoutheartedness
- undauntedness
- valor
- valorousness
Antonyms
- cowardice
- cowardliness
- cravenness
- dastardliness
- faintheartedness
- fearfulness
- gutlessness
- poltroonery
- pusillanimity
- spinelessness
- timidity
- timorousness
Examples
- The knight's unwavering valiance on the battlefield inspired his comrades.
- In the face of adversity, the community demonstrated remarkable valiance.
- The medal of honor was awarded to recognize the soldier's exceptional valiance in the line of duty.
Related Words
1.2. Determination and inner strength
The ability to persevere through hardship, maintain resolve, and demonstrate mental or emotional strength despite challenges and obstacles.
Synonyms
- determination
- endurance
- firmness
- fortitude
- grit
- perseverance
- resolution
- tenacity
- stamina
- stoutness
- strength
Antonyms
Examples
- The historical account recounted tales of courage and valiance during challenging times.
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1.3. Audacity and daring
The willingness to undertake difficult, dangerous, or unconventional actions with boldness and little fear of consequences.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- carefulness
- caution
- cautiousness
- fear
- fearfulness
- wariness
Examples
- The epic story celebrated the protagonist's journey marked by moments of extraordinary valiance.
Related Words
- effrontery
- gall
- gumption
- hardihood
- pluck
- pugnacity
- rashness
- recklessness
- spunk
1.4. Heroic honor and noble courage
Courage expressed through honorable, selfless, or noble actions, particularly when defending others or fulfilling a duty despite personal danger.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- cowardice
- cowardliness
- cravenness
- meekness
- poltroonery
- pusillanimity