lionheartedly

In fearless fashion

In a manner showing exceptional courage and bravery, like a lion.

The word derives from the epithet for Richard I of England, "Richard the Lionheart," celebrated for his fearlessness in battle.

Someone who acts lionheartedly faces danger or difficulty with bold determination: She lionheartedly defended her colleagues against the unfair accusations.

bravely

boldly

With fearless confidence

valiantly · intrepidly · dauntlessly · daringly · audaciously · resolutely · unflinchingly · undauntedly · stoutly · heroically

steadfast

resolutely

With firm determination

steadfastly · tenaciously · persistently · unshakably · unyieldingly · adamantly · staunchly · indomitably · unfalteringly · unswerving

noble

gallantly

With brave courtesy

magnanimously · knightly · graciously · righteously · virtuously · high-mindedly · princely · worthily · admirably · respectably

Opposites
courage and boldness

lionheartedlycowardly

Without bravery or nerve

timidly · fearfully · cravenly · pusillanimously · faintheartedly

Family

lionhearted, lionheartedness

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Used worldwide · Timeless · Abstract · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G