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/
Korean meaning: 위험하거나 어려운 상황을 두려워하지 않는; 매우 용감하고 결단력 있는
Korean pronunciation: 인**트**레피드
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
An intrepid rescuer rappels down a dangerous cliff to save a stranded hiker
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.
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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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