bermensch

/ˈbɛrmənʃ/

Definitions

1. noun

A Germanic heroic figure or warrior, often of mythological or legendary status, as in the epic poem ‘Siegfried’ by Friedrich Nietzsche.

“The protagonist in the epic poem ‘Siegfried’ is an archetypal bermensch, exemplifying the ideals of Germanic heroism.”

Synonyms

  • hero
  • knight
  • warrior

Antonyms

  • coward
  • villain