GREAT HEARTEDNESS Synonyms: 71 Similar and Opposite Words

greatheartedness

noun

Definition of greatheartedness

as in courage

strength of mind to carry on in spite of danger it took a special kind greatheartedness for the conscientious objector to remain true to his beliefs

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Noun

At their best, natural leaders with the courage to take on what others won’t.

— Christina Pérez, Vogue, 17 July 2026
Its concluding images emphasise a clichéd concept of motherhood, as though to put a neat bow on what was in fact a more complex story of trust, patience and everyday courage.

— Elena Lazic, Variety, 15 July 2026

Definition of courage

Noun

An art film about the great midfielder Zinedine Zidane reveals the heroism and pathos of being human.

— Sebastian Smee, The Atlantic, 11 July 2026
Kara is addicted to drowning her sorrows and avoiding responsibility, but learns to embrace heroism after embarking on a quest for revenge alongside Ruthye (Eve Ridley).

— Dani Di Placido, Forbes.com, 27 June 2026

Definition of heroism

Noun

The slave women are spared, and, after witnessing Odysseus’ bravery, many of the suitors stop fighting and bend the knee to their rightful king.

— Marlow Stern, Variety, 17 July 2026
Howard-Smith noted some of the standout stories from fire dog history, where Dalmatians became known for their loyalty, bravery and larger-than-life personalities.

— Lauren Paige Richeson, USA Today, 15 July 2026

Definition of bravery

Noun

In World Cup lore, however, his gallantry is doomed to be overshadowed by that of his fellow-goalkeeper from Cabo Verde, Vozinha, who had already produced an uncanny impersonation of a brick wall on the fourth day of the tournament.

— Anthony Lane, New Yorker, 17 July 2026
In all of these cases, the effect is largely the same—forging intimacy through some level of generosity or gallantry, coupled with pure, physical proximity—and in 2026, all of them are still technically possible.

— Sara Delgado, Vogue, 9 July 2026

Definition of gallantry

Noun

This upcoming match not only showcases their athletic prowess but also underscores their enduring dedication to UNICEF's mission.

— Sarah Ferguson, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026
Nothing sets aside lingering skepticism about an artist’s star power or prowess like a great performance on a major stage.

— Chris Willman, Variety, 17 July 2026

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