not all heroes wear capes
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
Real people are as capable of being heroic as fictional superheroes.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
I don't believe that heroes are extraordinary people— I believe they are ordinary people in extraordinary circumstances. This is a wonderful lesson for adults and children. Not all heroes wear capes!
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “not all heroes wear capes” mean?
Real people are as capable of being heroic as fictional superheroes.
Is “not all heroes wear capes” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.