hero
- 01 A2 Elementary
n.a person who is admired for their great courage or noble qualities.
n.an individual distinguished by exceptional courage, fortitude, or noble purpose.
Simple“The firefighters were treated as heroes after saving the family from the burning building.”
In context“The community gathered to honour the local heroes who had risked their lives during the flood to rescue stranded residents.”
- 02 B1 Intermediate
n.the main character in a book, movie, or play.
n.the principal male character or protagonist in a literary or dramatic work.
Simple“At the end of the movie, the hero finally defeats his enemy and returns home.”
In context“Modern novelists often subvert the traditional image of the hero by giving their protagonists significant moral flaws and internal conflicts.”
SynonymsAntonyms - 03 B2 Upper Intermediate
n.a very large sandwich made on a long loaf of bread.
n.a large sandwich consisting of a long roll split lengthwise and filled with various meats, cheeses, and vegetables.
Simple“We ordered a giant Italian hero to share for lunch.”
In context“The deli is famous for its massive roast beef hero, which is served on a crusty baguette with homemade gravy.”
- 04 C1 Advanced
n.the main product or image that is meant to grab your attention.
n.the primary subject of a photograph or the prominent top section of a webpage designed to capture immediate attention.
Simple“The designer placed a hero image of the new car at the top of the website.”
In context“In food photography, the hero is the specific burger chosen for its perfect appearance, while the others are used only for lighting tests.”
- 05 C2 Proficiency
v.to give someone or something a lot of praise or attention.
v.to celebrate, praise, or bring significant public attention to a person or concept.
Simple“The campaign aims to hero the hard work of everyday teachers.”
In context“The annual report sought to hero the sustainability initiatives that the company had implemented over the previous fiscal year.”