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valiant Synonyms

Another word for valiant

Choosing another word for valiant depends on context, so the 13 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Possessing or showing courage, determination, and heroic resolve in the face of danger or difficulty.

Usage Example

"The rescue workers made a brave effort to reach the stranded hikers before nightfall."

Strongest
brave
courageous
heroic
valorous
intrepid
dauntless
gallant
Strong
fearless
bold
plucky

• noun (Context 2)

A brave, courageous, or heroic person (chiefly literary or archaic).

Usage Example

"The ancient chronicles praised the deeds of the valiants who defended the mountain pass."

Strongest
hero
Strong
champion
stalwart

Opposites of valiant

The opposite of valiant shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

cowardly
coward
craven
timid
fearful
faint-hearted
gutless
spineless
See all opposites of valiant

• Nearby Words

valerian
valeriana
valet
valiant
valiantly
valid
validate

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Valiant. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/valiant
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