intrepid — showing no fear of dangerous or difficult situations; very brave and determined
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: showing no fear of dangerous or difficult situations; very brave and determined
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪnˈtrep.ɪd/
Example Sentences
- The intrepid food blogger tried eating live octopus while bungee jumping.
- She was an intrepid war correspondent who reported from the front lines.
- The intrepid student asked the professor why his lecture was so boring.
intrepid
ADJECTIVE[/ɪnˈtrep.ɪd/]
showing no fear of dangerous or difficult situations; very brave and determined
The intrepid explorer scales the icy cliff without hesitation.
Intrepid climbers reject tepid comfort for rapid conquest!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'intrepidus', where 'in-' (not) is combined with 'trepidus' (alarmed, frightened), which is related to 'trepidare' (to tremble). The word entered English in the 17th century.
Breakdown
in- (not) + trepid (alarmed, from Latin trepidus) + -us (Latin adjective ending) = intrepid (not alarmed, fearless)
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📝Examples
“The intrepid food blogger tried eating live octopus while bungee jumping.”
“She was an intrepid war correspondent who reported from the front lines.”
“The intrepid student asked the professor why his lecture was so boring.”
“Intrepid mountaineers continue climbing despite harsh weather conditions.”
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