Superhero
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈs(j)upɚhɪɹoʊ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Superhero is a noun meaning (by extension) A particularly renowned real-world hero, or one who has seemingly impossible abilities.
Meaning
(by extension) A particularly renowned real-world hero, or one who has seemingly impossible abilities.
More Meanings
- Any fictional crime-fighting character, often with supernatural powers or equipment, in popular children's and fantasy literature; a fictional hero who does great things.
Example Sentences
The power is out but you're watching TV? You must be a superhero.
Thanks for driving out here and towing me out of the ditch. You're a superhero!
Hobbes: Super heroes wear snow pants? Stupendous Man: When there's snow out, they do!
Did you know your community has many invisible superheroes? Each day they perform hundreds of amazing feats that make the community a better place in which to live.
Word Forms
- superheroes
Antonyms for superhero
Common opposites include supervillain.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include hero, heroin, super, supe, supervillain, supercharacter.
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