A brave deed is an act of courage and heroism. The term can be broken down into four words: HERO (4 letters), GESTE (5 letters), GEST (4 letters), and HEROIC (6 letters). HERO is a person who is admired for their courage, strength, and noble qualities. GESTE is an old French word meaning a HEROIC deed or exploit. GEST is an archaic term for a HEROIC deed or exploit. HEROIC is an adjective that describes something as being brave, courageous, and noble.