valor
UK: ˈvælə | US: ˈvælər
n. Great courage in the face of danger, especially in battle.
n. (Archaic) Worth or merit.
valor = val<worth, strength> + or<noun suffix>
- val (from Latin valere, meaning "to be strong, be worthy")
- or (noun-forming suffix indicating state or quality, from Latin -or)
Etymology Origin:
The word valor traces back to Latin valor (meaning "value, strength"), derived from valere ("to be strong"). It entered Middle English via Old French valour, retaining its core association with bravery and worth. The morpheme val appears in related words like valiant and value, reflecting the shared root of strength and merit. Over time, valor specialized to denote heroic courage in battle, while its archaic sense of "worth" faded.
The knight was celebrated for his valor in defending the castle.
Ancient tales often glorify the valor of warriors.
Medals of honor are awarded to soldiers who display exceptional valor.
Though outnumbered, their valor turned the tide of the battle.
The poem praises the valor of those who fought for freedom.