Meaning of 'heroic'

adjective

having or displaying qualities appropriate for heroes

Example: "the heroic attack on the beaches of Normandy"

Synonyms: heroical

adjective

showing extreme courage

Synonyms: desperate

adjective

of behavior that is impressive and ambitious in scale or scope

Synonyms: expansive grand

adjective

very imposing or impressive

Synonyms: epic larger-than-life

adjective

relating to or characteristic of heroes of antiquity

Example: "heroic legends"

noun

a verse form suited to the treatment of heroic or elevated themes

Synonyms: heroic verse heroic meter