mindmap root((英勇)) heroism implies superlative courage especially in fulfilling a high purpose against odds: the boy's outstanding act of ~ during the fire. valor implies illustrious bravery and vigorous audacity in fighting: awarded the army's highest honor for ~ in battle. prowess stresses skill as well as bravery in both arms and other pursuits: demonstrated her ~ with a bow and arrow. gallantry implies dash and spirit as well as courage and an indifference to danger or hardship: special forces with a proud tradition of ~.