Definitions for prowesses

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prowesses prow·ess

Spelling: [prou-is]

IPA: /ˈpraʊ ɪs/

Prowesses is a 9 letter English word. It's valid Scrabble word worth 14 points. It's valid Words with friends word worth 15 points.

You can make 205 anagrams from letters in prowesses (eeoprsssw).

Definitions for prowesses

noun

1. exceptional valor, bravery, or ability, especially in combat or battle.
2. exceptional or superior ability, skill, or strength:
3. a valiant or daring deed.

Origin of prowesses

1250-1300; Middle English Old French proesse, proece goodness, bravery, equivalent to prou prow² + -esse Latin -itia -ice

Examples for prowesses

He dilated upon his own prowesses, caressed his moustache, and threw side glances at Joan.

The sagas have sung the prowesses of Olaf; he is brave among the bravest.