1. a woman who is admired for her courage, outstanding achievements, or noble qualities
2. the main female character in a story, play, or movie
Usage: literary

Examples

• She became a heroine after saving three children from the burning building.
• Rosa Parks is considered a heroine of the civil rights movement.
• The young nurse was hailed as a heroine for her work during the pandemic.
• Elizabeth Bennet is the heroine of Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice.
• The movie’s heroine must overcome many obstacles to achieve her goal.
• Many girls look up to her as their heroine and role model.