Superheroes: meaning, definitions and examples
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superheroes
[ ˈsuːpərˌhɪr.oʊz ]
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Superheroes are fictional characters who possess extraordinary abilities or powers, typically to protect the public and fight against villains. They often operate in a variety of forms of media, including comic books, movies, and television shows, and are often defined by their commitment to justice and moral integrity.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- Spider-Man is one of the most popular superheroes.
- The Avengers are a team of superheroes who work together.
- Many superheroes have secret identities to protect their loved ones.
Translations
Translations of the word "superheroes" in other languages:
🇵🇹 super-heróis
🇮🇳 सुपरहीरो
🇩🇪 Superhelden
🇮🇩 pahlawan super
🇺🇦 супергерої
🇵🇱 superbohaterowie
🇯🇵 スーパーヒーロー
🇫🇷 super-héros
🇪🇸 superhéroes
🇹🇷 süper kahramanlar
🇰🇷 슈퍼히어로
🇸🇦 الأبطال الخارقون
🇨🇿 superhrdinové
🇸🇰 superhrdinovia
🇨🇳 超级英雄
🇸🇮 superjunaki
🇮🇸 ofurhetur
🇰🇿 супергеройлар
🇬🇪 სუპერგმირები
🇦🇿 super qəhrəmanlar
🇲🇽 superhéroes
Etymology
The word 'superhero' began to gain traction in the 1930s, paralleling the rise of comic books and the introduction of iconic characters such as Superman, created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster in 1938. The prefix 'super-' denotes superiority or beyond the ordinary scope of human ability, while 'hero' comes from the Greek 'heros,' meaning a person of distinguished courage or ability, admired for their brave deeds. The combination highlights characters who transcend normal human limits to perform grand feats of bravery. Over the decades, the superhero genre has expanded and diversified, leading to the emergence of numerous superheroes from various cultures and backgrounds, each with their unique narratives and powers, contributing richly to literature, film, and popular culture.