greathearted

adjective

ˈgrāt-ˌhär-təd How to pronounce greathearted (audio)
Definition of greatheartednext
1
as in courageous
feeling or displaying no fear by temperament those greathearted but otherwise ordinary individuals who answered their country's call for military service

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2
as in great
having, characterized by, or arising from a dignified and generous nature a greathearted program to provide basic necessities to millions of children in war-torn countries

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for greathearted
  1. courageous
  2. great
  3. noble
  4. brave
  5. high
  6. fearless
  7. heroic
  8. valiant
Adjective
  • If a compilation of Aaron Wan-Bissaka’s defending is in the works then footage of his courageous goal-saving clearance against Brighton & Hove Albion merits an inclusion.
    Roshane Thomas, The Athletic, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Remembering and sharing the story of the courageous Maccabees and the Temple of Jerusalem where oil burned for eight long nights, this book is the perfect way for kids to learn and appreciate the importance of the holiday.
    Lizz Schumer, People.com, 21 Dec. 2024
Definition of courageous
Adjective
  • This season of sweet treats is a great time to make a fast snack that’s delicious and full of nutrients like protein, potassium, magnesium and iron.
    Bethany Thayer, Detroit Free Press, 21 Dec. 2024
  • The event celebrates the lifetime achievements of America’s greatest artists: this year, that included The Grateful Dead, Bonnie Raitt, Francis Ford Coppola, Arturo Sandoval, and The Apollo Theater.
    Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 21 Dec. 2024
Definition of great
Adjective
  • The current cast is rounded out by Alison Brie, who will play another Skeletor lackey, Evil-Lyn, Idris Elba, who will play the noble Man-at-Arms, and Riverdale's Camila Mendes as Teela, Man-at-Arms's daughter and He-Man's right-hand woman.
    Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 21 Dec. 2024
  • In the 12th century, the property was once the private home of an Italian noble family.
    Kristin Braswell, Travel + Leisure, 19 Dec. 2024
Definition of noble
Adjective
  • Even Zelensky, who has put on a brave face for his people from the very moment the war began, is dropping some of his maximalist demands.
    Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 19 Dec. 2024
  • Without brave leadership, however, Israel’s opportunity could slip away.
    Amos Yadlin, Foreign Affairs, 17 Dec. 2024
Definition of brave
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  • Federal regulators predict strong economic growth and a more robust job market in 2025, along with higher inflation.
    Daniel de Visé, USA TODAY, 19 Dec. 2024
  • Nurses with geriatric experience are in especially high demand; however, there is an evident shortage in healthcare support roles on the whole.
    Hilary Tetenbaum, The Arizona Republic, 18 Dec. 2024
Definition of high
Adjective
  • Your series takes a fearless approach to addressing taboo topics like ageism, consumerism and political correctness.
    Caroline Tell, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
  • Foremost among these campaigners was Josephine Butler, a fearless advocate for women’s rights who lived in the British port city of Liverpool in the mid-nineteenth century.
    Rebecca Mead, The New Yorker, 9 Dec. 2024
Definition of fearless
Adjective
  • Centered on the battle between the heroic He-Man — the universe’s most powerful man — and the evil Skeletor, the Masters of the Universe franchise was introduced by way of a line of popular action figures in 1982.
    Matt Grobar, Deadline, 20 Dec. 2024
  • There’s comic mileage in Gromit’s expressive eyes – ranging from exasperated to determined – as the heroic dog endeavors to save the day.
    Stephen Humphries, The Christian Science Monitor, 19 Dec. 2024
Definition of heroic
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  • Time also alluded to Hannegan’s lack of experience, and his valiant efforts to correct for it.
    Joseph Thorndike, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024
  • Their defense, led by Roquan Smith and Marlon Humphrey, delivered a valiant effort against one of the league’s best teams but could not smother Saquon Barkley forever.
    Baltimore Sun staff, Baltimore Sun, 2 Dec. 2024
Definition of valiant
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