Definition

Having great courage and bravery, especially in difficult situations.

Example

The lionhearted soldier faced the enemy without fear.

Conversation

Did you hear about the firefighter who rescued that family from a burning building?

Yeah, that was so brave of him! He really is lionhearted.

I know, it takes a lot of courage to do something like that.

Absolutely! We need more lionhearted people in the world.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Lionhearted → It is formed from "lion" (from Old French *lion*, meaning the large wild cat) and "hearted" (from the root "heart", meaning the organ of emotion or courage, combined with the suffix "-ed" indicating possessing). The word "lionhearted" describes someone possessing the courage or bravery associated with a lion.

Memory Tip

Think of a lion, which symbolizes great courage, and remember that 'lionhearted' means having the heart or bravery of a lion.

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