superhero

noun2

1. •
   Any fictional crime-fighting character, often with supernatural powers or equipment, in popular children's and fantasy literature; a fictional hero who does great things.

   • Hobbes: Super heroes wear snow pants? Stupendous Man: When there's snow out, they do! — 1990
2. •
   A particularly renowned real-world hero, or one who has seemingly impossible abilities.

   • The power is out but you're watching TV? You must be a superhero.
   • Thanks for driving out here and towing me out of the ditch. You're a superhero!