noun

valor

valour

He showed great valor on the battlefield.

He showed great valour on the battlefield.

The medal is awarded for acts of valor.

The medal is awarded for acts of valour.

show valor to demonstrate courage He showed great valor on the battlefield.

an act of valor a brave action The medal is for acts of valor.

Synonyms: bravery, courage, gallantry; Antonyms: cowardice, fear

From Latin 'valorem' (value, worth), from 'valere' (to be strong).

Think of a 'valiant' knight. He is full of 'valor'. Both words share the root for 'strength'.

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