valiant
1 synonym and 4 antonyms for valiant, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Showing great courage, especially in a difficult or dangerous situation.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use valiant
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a valiant effort
valiant attempt
fight valiantly
Etymology
From Old French vaillant, from Latin valere, "to be strong or worth something" — the same root as "value" and "valid".
Full origin of valiant →Frequently asked questions
What does “valiant” mean?
The word “valiant” means showing great courage, especially in a difficult or dangerous situation. In plain terms, brave, especially when the effort is impressive even if it doesn't succeed.
How do you pronounce “valiant”?
“Valiant” is pronounced VA-lee-uhnt (/ˈvæliənt/ in IPA).
How do you use “valiant” in a sentence?
Here is “valiant” used in a sentence: “The firefighters made a valiant attempt to reach the trapped family.”
What part of speech is “valiant”?
“Valiant” is an adjective.
Where does the word “valiant” come from?
The word “valiant” comes from Latin. From Old French vaillant, from Latin valere, "to be strong or worth something" — the same root as "value" and "valid".
Is “valiant” a common word?
“Valiant” is an uncommon word in modern English.
