valorous
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Merriam-Webster's Word of the Day for November 11, 2026 is: valorous \VAL-uh-russ\ adjective Someone or something described as valorous is courageous or brave. // For carrying three wounded members of his squadron out of harm's way, the lieutenant was presented with an award that recognized his valorous actions in the heat of battle. See the entry > Examples: "... a Texas native who was awarded the Medal of Honor for valorous action during combat in Vietnam." — Melissa Renteria, The San Antonio (Texas) Express-News , 8 Mar. 2026 Did you know? The English language has no shortage of synonym
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