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adventurous

adjective
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Definition of adventurous

1a : disposed to seek adventure or to cope with the new and unknown an adventurous explorer
b : innovative an adventurous artistic style
2 : characterized by unknown dangers and risks an adventurous journey
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adventurously adverb
adventurousness noun

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adventurous, venturesome, daring, daredevil, rash, reckless, foolhardy mean exposing oneself to danger more than required by good sense. adventurous implies a willingness to accept risks but not necessarily imprudence. adventurous pioneers venturesome implies a jaunty eagerness for perilous undertakings. venturesome stunt pilots daring implies fearlessness in courting danger. daring mountain climbers daredevil stresses ostentation in daring. daredevil motorcyclists rash suggests imprudence and lack of forethought. a rash decision reckless implies heedlessness of probable consequences. a reckless driver foolhardy suggests a recklessness that is inconsistent with good sense. the foolhardy sailor ventured into the storm

adventurous, venturesome, and daring mean taking risks that are not necessary. adventurous is used for a person who goes in search of adventure in spite of the possible dangers. Adventurous youngsters went on a hike through the forest. venturesome is used of a person willing to take many chances. Venturesome explorers searched for lost treasure. daring is used when someone is fearless and willing to take unnecessary risks. Early pilots were especially daring.

Examples of adventurous in a Sentence

The island attracts adventurous travelers. He is an adventurous cook who is always trying new recipes. Her design is an adventurous departure from what we usually see. They have an adventurous lifestyle.
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 For the adventurous, Nat Geo Expeditions offers a Sri Lankan itinerary, including a trip to the Golden Temple of Dambulla plus guided game viewing in the vast, historic park. — Natasha Daly And Kitson Jazynka, National Geographic, "Here鈥檚 how to see elephants," 12 Aug. 2019 The adventurous can link the Blue Lakes, Ridgway and Burn Huts, all just a few miles apart, for a weekend. — Ryan Wichelns, The Know, "The best hut trips in Colorado for summertime adventures," 18 July 2019 Inspired by her example as well as others, more women started traveling alone, and the late 19th and early 20th centuries spawned a cohort of famous and adventurous solo women travel authors, including Isabelle Eberhardt and Freya Stark. — Kate Siber, Outside Online, "Meet the World's First Solo Female Travel Writer," 24 July 2019 But in the new 40-seat Paon Bistro, the wine-by-the-glass selection is more adventurous and international for more-curious wine aficionados. — Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, "Paon tasting room now a wine bistro and piano bar," 18 July 2019 Frieden did not know what kind of diving experience Hubbell had, calling him adventurous but very safety conscious. — NBC News, "Producer drowns while filming political ad for possible Senate candidate in Montana," 20 June 2019 More on our Cincinnati Ballet In Yntema鈥檚 experience, some of the more adventurous and innovative work being generated today comes from these regional companies. — David Lyman, Cincinnati.com, "Cincinnati Ballet sets national standard for female inclusion," 18 June 2019 There was a young and adventurous man who found among his great-grandfather鈥檚 papers a piece of parchment that revealed the location of a hidden treasure. — Quanta Magazine, "How to Find Simple Treasures in Complex Numbers," 14 Feb. 2019 Lovers of classical music are some of the most intellectually curious and culturally adventurous people around. — Patrick Neas, kansascity, "KC Fringe Festival brings an adventurous spirit to classical themes," 13 July 2018

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First Known Use of adventurous

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

History and Etymology for adventurous

alteration (with -d- restored from Latin) of Middle English aventurous "occurring by chance, daring, seeking new exploits," borrowed from Anglo-French, from aventure adventure entry 1 + -ous -ous

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adventurous

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English Language Learners Definition of adventurous

: not afraid to do new and dangerous or exciting things
: exciting or unusual
: full of danger and excitement

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adventurous

adjective
ad路​ven路​tur路​ous | \ 蓹d-藞ven-ch蓹-r蓹s How to pronounce adventurous (audio) \

Kids Definition of adventurous

1 : ready to take risks or to deal with new or unexpected problems adventurous explorers
2 : dangerous sense 1, risky an adventurous voyage

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