noun
- plural of heroine; women admired for their courage, outstanding achievements, or noble qualities
- plural of heroine; the main female characters in stories, novels, or plays
Usage: literary
Examples
- The museum featured exhibits about heroines of the civil rights movement.
- Many young girls look up to these heroines as role models.
- The novel’s heroines faced incredible challenges with determination.
- Historical heroines like Joan of Arc inspire people today.
- The movie portrayed strong heroines who saved their communities.
- These literary heroines represent different aspects of courage.