as in courage
strength of mind to carry on in spite of danger
an extraordinary display of prowess on the battlefield
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Recent Examples of prowess
Although their military prowess was undeniable, their efficient administrative practices, political organization, and governance strategies were just as important in solidifying their realms.
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Encyclopedia Britannica, 2 Apr. 2026
Others are ready to play on varsity as freshmen because of their physical and mental prowess.
—Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 1 Apr. 2026
But through music, Thundercat has been able to funnel his emotions into frets and harness his natural singing prowess.
—Kyle Eustice, SPIN, 1 Apr. 2026
Chamberlain was also known online for her thrifting prowess and the Bay Area-native frequently documented her trips to the Goodwill bins or other local thrifting spots on her YouTube.
—Tabitha Parent, PEOPLE, 31 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for prowess
Encyclopedia Britannica, 2 Apr. 2026
Others are ready to play on varsity as freshmen because of their physical and mental prowess.
—Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 1 Apr. 2026
But through music, Thundercat has been able to funnel his emotions into frets and harness his natural singing prowess.
—Kyle Eustice, SPIN, 1 Apr. 2026
Chamberlain was also known online for her thrifting prowess and the Bay Area-native frequently documented her trips to the Goodwill bins or other local thrifting spots on her YouTube.
—Tabitha Parent, PEOPLE, 31 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for prowess
Recent Examples of Synonyms for prowess
Noun
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Both asking for a raise and taking the mic at karaoke night require a lot of courage, so Mars and Uranus are here to help!—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
8 Apr. 2026
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The next wave of philanthropic courage is overdue.—
Felecia Hatcher,
Fortune,
7 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Despite earning the Silver Star, Bronze Star, and Purple Heart, Cram downplayed his heroism.—
Adisa Hargett-Robinson,
The Washington Examiner,
1 Apr. 2026
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Rousseau’s message was meant to offer condolences for the deaths and sympathy for the injured—and also to reassure the company’s rattled 37,000 employees and put the spotlight on the heroism of the pilots and crew.—
Phil Wahba,
Fortune,
30 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The suicidal bravery of the Basij has become iconic in Iranian culture, including that of Basij child soldiers.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
1 Apr. 2026
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That bravery deserves to be honored above all else.—
Lauryn Overhultz,
FOXNews.com,
31 Mar. 2026
Noun
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There’s a quixotic gallantry to appealing to a saner conservative and looking ahead to a post-Trump American politics.—
James Folta,
Literary Hub,
14 Aug. 2025
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Queen Elizabeth later awarded Beaton the George's Cross, Britain’s highest civilian award for gallantry, for his role in saving her daughter’s life, and bestowed honors on Callender, as well as the other policemen and onlookers who intervened.—
Bailey Richards,
People.com,
2 Aug. 2025
Noun
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That mix of stubbornness and courageousness is what endeared Snider to fans and peers alike.—
Joseph Hudak,
Rolling Stone,
15 Nov. 2025
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“Prowess.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prowess. Accessed 8 Apr. 2026.
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