This word is dedicated to all  firefighters, those in EMS, first responders and medical personnel that has done at least one thing “heroic” in their lifetimes…..

“HEROIC”

‘he – ro – ic’   – Adj.

‘hi-ro-ik also her – o ‘

1  :  of, relating to, resembling, or suggesting heroes especially of antiquity.

2a: exhibiting or arked by courage and daring.  b:supremely noble or self-sacrificing.

3a: of impressive size, power, extent or effect.  b. (1): of great intensity :EXTREME <heroic effort>  2): of a kind that is likely only to be undertaken to save a life.

Synonyms:  Bold.  Courageous. Dauntless. Fearless. Gallant. Greathearted. Gutsy. Brave. Intrepid. Lionhearted. Manful. Stalwart. Stout. Valiant. Valorious.

We also dedicate this “Word of the Day” to the Those who have given themselves unconditionally to help save others in the Colorado Movie Theatre Shooting Tragedy. 

Our Hearts and Thoughts are with You all during this sad time and want to Thank all of those “HEROES” for helping SAVE LIVES. Your actions are very HEROIC.

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