Definitions
ostentatious or vainglorious or extravagant or melodramatic conduct
Word origin
From hero + -ics.
Used in a sentence
“Of if we have an elderly person who is unconscious and not responding, we discuss using heroics with the family, and they often say no heroics.”
“Her daughters argue that no heroics should be used to prolong her life.”
“No Heroics. Do not use respirators, ventilators or administer medication other than those medications necessary to prevent infection, provide comfort or alleviate pain.”
Source: Wiktionary, CC BY-SA 4.0
Used as a crossword answer1 curated clues
01“Showy bravery”7 letters
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