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unafraid

adjective
un·​afraid | \ ˌən-ə-ˈfrād How to pronounce unafraid (audio) , Southern also -ə-ˈfred\

Definition of unafraid

: not afraid or frightened : not fearful unafraid of the dark unafraid to try new things

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The best moments, though, reflect Chadha’s strengths as an exuberant storyteller who’s unafraid to lean into earnestness. David Sims, The Atlantic, "Blinded by the Light Is a Charming Homage to the Power of Art," 15 Aug. 2019 Mike, in particular, is funny, smart, unafraid to speak his mind, but not aggressive or mean-spirited. Katherine J. Igoe, Marie Claire, "Who Will Be 'The Bachelor' In 2020? Rumors Are Already Flying," 11 June 2019

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First Known Use of unafraid

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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unafraid

adjective

English Language Learners Definition of unafraid

: not frightened or fearful : not afraid

unafraid

adjective
un·​afraid | \ ˌən-ə-ˈfrād\

Kids Definition of unafraid

: not afraid

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