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prowesses

prow·ess
P p

Transcription

    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [prou-is]
    • /ˈpraʊ ɪs/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [prou-is]
    • /ˈpraʊ ɪs/

Definitions of prowesses word

  • noun prowesses exceptional valor, bravery, or ability, especially in combat or battle. 1
  • noun prowesses exceptional or superior ability, skill, or strength: his prowess as a public speaker. 1
  • noun prowesses a valiant or daring deed. 1

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Origin of prowesses

First appearance:

before 1250
One of the 11% oldest English words
1250-1300; Middle English < Old French proesse, proece goodness, bravery, equivalent to prou prow2 + -esse < Latin -itia -ice

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Parts of speech for Prowesses

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation

prowesses popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 86% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data most of word are more popular. This word is almost not used. It has a much more popular synonym.

prowesses usage trend in Literature

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