Héroïques (en. Heroic)

/e.ʁwa.ik/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Related to a hero or heroes.
The heroic acts of firefighters saved many lives.
Les actes héroïques des pompiers ont sauvé de nombreuses vies.
Showing great courage or bravery.
His behavior in that difficult situation was truly heroic.
Son comportement dans cette situation difficile était vraiment héroïque.
Worthy of a hero; remarkable and admirable.
His life journey is full of heroic actions.
Son parcours de vie est plein d'actions héroïques.

Etymology

From ancient Greek 'ἥρως' (hērōs), through Latin 'heroicus'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

a heroic act
an act of exceptional bravery.
un acte héroïque
a heroic hero
a hero with remarkable characteristics.
un héros héroïque

Related Words

hero
A person who performs remarkable and courageous actions.
héros
bravery
The character of a person who shows courage.
bravoure
courage
Strength of spirit that drives one to face danger or adversity.
courage

Slang Meanings

To designate a person who takes extravagant risks.
This guy is really heroic; he jumps out of planes just for fun!
Ce type est un vrai héroïque, il saute d'avion juste pour le fun !
A compliment for someone who has acted impressively.
You're heroic for helping that child, really!
T'es héroïque pour avoir aidé cet enfant, vraiment !