valor

American  

[val-er] / ˈvæl ər /

especially British, valour

noun

1. boldness or determination in facing great danger, especially in battle; heroic courage; bravery.

   a medal for valor.

   Synonyms:

   spirit, intrepidity

   Antonyms:

   cowardice

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valor Idioms  

1. see discretion is the better part of valor.

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Related Words

See courage.

Etymology

Origin of valor

1350–1400; Middle English valo ( u ) r < Anglo-French; Middle French valeur < Late Latin valōr-, stem of valor worth, equivalent to Latin val ( ēre ) to be of worth + -or -or ¹

Example Sentences

His valor is worth remembering on its merits, and the history is instructive about the threats now facing the U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal

The valor comes when she picks her chopsticks up.

From Los Angeles Times

Mr. Le Tellier became obsessed with excavating the past of this unknown man, an inquiry that poignantly revives the valor and tragedy of World War II.

From The Wall Street Journal

It is militarily, politically and even intellectually enlightening, but is more deliberately about selflessness and valor, not an inappropriate offering for Veterans Day.

From The Wall Street Journal

“This is my journey, and I want to thank the board for your trust, your confidence, and for your valor and courage in doing right by our community through the service that we collectively provide.”

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• boldness
• courage
• derring-do
• determination
• fearlessness
• firmness
• fortitude
• gallantry
• grit
• heroism
• prowess
• tenacity