Lionhearted: meaning, definitions and examples

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lionhearted

 

[ หˆlaษชษ™nหŒhษ‘rtษชd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

bravery, courage

The term 'lionhearted' describes someone who possesses great courage and bravery. It is often used to characterize individuals who face danger or adversity with boldness and determination.

Synonyms

brave, courageous, fearless, valiant

Examples of usage

  • She showed her lionhearted spirit when she stood up for her beliefs.
  • The lionhearted soldier led his men into battle.
  • In the face of challenges, the lionhearted activist never backed down.
  • The lionhearted hero saved the villagers from disaster.

Translations

Translations of the word "lionhearted" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น corajoso

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเคพเคนเคธเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช mutig

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ berani

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะผั–ะปะธะฒะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ odwaลผny

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅ‹‡ๆ•ขใช

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท courageux

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ valiente

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท cesur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์šฉ๊ฐํ•œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุดุฌุงุน

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ stateฤnรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ odvรกลพny

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ‹‡ๆ•ข็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ pogumen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hugrakkur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑะฐั‚ั‹ะป

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒ›แƒแƒชแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ cษ™sarษ™tli

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ valiente

Etymology

The word 'lionhearted' is a compound adjective formed from 'lion' and 'hearted'. The lion is traditionally regarded as a symbol of strength and bravery, a reputation that has persisted across various cultures. The term began to appear in English literature around the late 14th century, drawing on the lionโ€™s regal persona in biblical and medieval symbolism. Over the years, 'lionhearted' has come to represent not just physical courage but also moral and emotional strength, indicating a person who stands firm in their values despite facing trials. Its usage has been popularized in various literary works and historical texts, reinforcing the idea of nobility and heroism. The term continues to evoke images of gallant warriors, steadfast leaders, and individuals who exemplify the highest standards of bravery.