heroine; female protagonist
Refers to the main female character in a story, film, game, or similar narrative work.
The heroine of this novel is very brave.
heroine; heroic woman; brave woman
Describes a real woman admired for courage, outstanding achievements, or noble qualities, not limited to fictional characters.
She is a heroine to many people.
She played the heroine of that movie.
A newcomer actress ended up playing the heroine of the drama.
She was chosen as the lead heroine.
She became the heroine of the rescue drama.