heroic and resolute; martyr
Meanings
2 senses · 7 examplesadjective
heroic and resolute; valiant and upright
literaryDescribes a person, especially women, who possess courage and an unyielding character. Often used in literary or historical contexts.
She has a heroic and resolute character, never bowing to difficulties.
This valiant female general was deeply loved by her soldiers.
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History records many moving stories of heroic and resolute women.
noun
martyr; fallen hero; heroic martyr
formalRefers to individuals who died fighting for revolutionary, national, or just causes. Commonly used in formal, commemorative, or historical contexts such as memorials, cemeteries, and official ceremonies.
We will never forget these national martyrs.
Revolutionary martyrs exchanged their blood for today's peace.
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On Qingming Festival, we went to sweep the tombs at the Martyrs' Cemetery.
This monument was erected to commemorate the martyrs of the War of Resistance Against Japan.