People who show great courage, bravery, or do something incredibly noble and important, especially for others.
From Greek 'heros,' originally meaning 'demigod' or 'warrior of great strength.' In ancient Greek culture, heroes occupied a special status between humans and gods. The meaning evolved to include anyone displaying exceptional virtue and courageous action.
Interestingly, the concept of heroes varies wildly across cultures—what makes someone heroic in one society might be ordinary in another. Modern psychology shows that everyday heroes often credit luck and circumstance rather than exceptional courage, suggesting that heroism might be more about being in the right place than being fundamentally different.
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