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intrepid
fearless and adventurous, especially in the face of danger
Synonyms
- fearless
- daring
- valiant
Antonyms
- timid
- cowardly
intrepid in a sentence
The intrepid explorer pushed forward into the uncharted jungle without hesitation.
An intrepid firefighter ran into the burning building to rescue the family.
Where it comes from
From Latin intrepidus 'not alarmed, undaunted'
Memory hook
IN-TREPID — the opposite of TREPID(ation), so full of courage instead of fear.
Read it in context
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