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nonhero

American  
[non-heer-oh] / nɒnˈhɪər oʊ /

noun

nonheroes plural
  1. antihero.


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Etymology

Origin of nonhero

First recorded in 1935–40; non- + hero

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The Peanuts chronicle has become world famous, and its harried nonhero is beloved by all who follow his tribulations.

From Time Magazine Archive

This kosher Candide reincarnates the nonhero of Jewish folklore: Peter Schlemiel, the enemy of commissar and cop.

From Time Magazine Archive

Dance events will center on Catwoman, the Joker and Harley Quinn, nonheroes who will be trying to woo guests with family-friendly entertainment.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 17, 2025

The least we nonheroes can do is try to remember that too.

From Time Jun. 11, 2013

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