intrepidity — fearless courage; bold bravery in the face of danger
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: fearless courage; bold bravery in the face of danger
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪntrəˈpɪdɪti/
Example Sentences
- The CEO's intrepidity in launching a product during the economic crisis paid off handsomely.
- My grandmother's intrepidity in trying TikTok at 85 made her an internet sensation overnight.
- The firefighter's intrepidity saved three families from the burning building.
intrepidity
NOUN[/ɪntrəˈpɪdɪti/]
fearless courage; bold bravery in the face of danger
Her intrepidity led the climber up the icy cliff despite the howling storm.
True intrepidity conquers both stupidity and rigidity!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
Intrepidity derives from Latin intrepidus, composed of the prefix in- (not) and trepidus (trembling, alarmed). The term originally denoted freedom from fear or trembling, evolving to signify the quality of fearlessness and dauntless courage in the face of danger.
Breakdown
in- (not) + trepidus (trembling, alarmed) + -ity (state or quality of). The Latin trepidus itself stems from trepidare (to tremble), expressing the absence of fearful trembling.
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📝Examples
“The CEO's intrepidity in launching a product during the economic crisis paid off handsomely.”
“My grandmother's intrepidity in trying TikTok at 85 made her an internet sensation overnight.”
“The firefighter's intrepidity saved three families from the burning building.”
“His intrepidity in asking his boss for a 50% raise was admirable, though ultimately unsuccessful.”
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