superhero
noun
su·per·he·ro
ˈsü-pər-ˌhir-(ˌ)ō 
-ˌhē-(ˌ)rō
plural superheroes
: a fictional hero having extraordinary or superhuman powers
also
: an exceptionally skillful or successful person compare superheroine, supervillain
Examples of superhero in a Sentence
The people who do this dangerous work are real-life superheroes who deserve our gratitude.
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Broader findings from the research show that entertainment IP – across superhero properties, action-adventure franchises, kids’ animation and classic character brands – converts fans to buyers at two to four times the rate of major sports teams and events.
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Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 19 June 2026
At our junket interview for Netflix’s superhero comedy WONDERfools, however, Park provides miniature essays, often speaking for several minutes at a time, surprising us all.
—Hannah Abraham, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026
In recent years, Cena has grown into an in-demand actor known best for his work in comedy, as well as his superhero role in the HBO Max series Peacemaker.
—Tommy McArdle, PEOPLE, 19 June 2026
An actual superhero will finally show up to defeat the supervillain and restore everyone to their normal sizes.
—Eddie Small, New Yorker, 18 June 2026
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Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 19 June 2026
At our junket interview for Netflix’s superhero comedy WONDERfools, however, Park provides miniature essays, often speaking for several minutes at a time, surprising us all.
—Hannah Abraham, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026
In recent years, Cena has grown into an in-demand actor known best for his work in comedy, as well as his superhero role in the HBO Max series Peacemaker.
—Tommy McArdle, PEOPLE, 19 June 2026
An actual superhero will finally show up to defeat the supervillain and restore everyone to their normal sizes.
—Eddie Small, New Yorker, 18 June 2026
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“Superhero.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/superhero. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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