Superhero

Character with extraordinary abilities who fights injustice.

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A superhero is a character, typically in comic books or films, who possesses extraordinary abilities and uses them to fight injustice. They are often characterized by a secret identity and a strong moral code.

/ˈsuːpərˌhiːroʊ/

The term 'superhero' originated in the 1930s with pulp magazines and comic books.

Superheroes are like people with special powers who use them to help others and fight bad guys, kind of like a really awesome action movie character.

The word 'superhero' wasn't widely used until the 1950s
Many superheroes were created during World War II to inspire hope and patriotism
Superman's creators, Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster, initially struggled to get their creation published

What makes someone a superhero? They have extraordinary abilities and fight injustice
Who was the first superhero? Superman is often considered the first modern superhero, debuting in 1938
What are some common superpowers? Strength, flight, and invisibility are frequently seen

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