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intrepid

adj.
C1 Advanced US //ɪnˈtɹɛpəd// UK //ɪntɹˈɛpɪd// in·trepid

adj. brave and not afraid of danger or difficult situations. You use this to describe someone who explores new places or tries things that others might find scary.

adj. characterised by resolute fearlessness, fortitude, and endurance. Often used in a slightly humorous or admiring way to describe explorers or travelers.


SIMPLE

The intrepid explorer traveled deep into the jungle.

CONTEXTUAL

An intrepid group of hikers reached the summit despite the freezing temperatures and heavy snow.

COMPLEX

While others hesitated at the edge of the uncharted territory, the intrepid researchers pushed forward, driven by a desire to document rare species previously unknown to science.

Synonyms
Origin

From French intrépide, from Latin intrepidus, from in- (“not”) + trepidus (“anxious, nervous”).

Usage

Typically used attributively before a noun; often collocates with 'explorer', 'traveler', or 'reporter'.

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