Daredevilry: meaning, definitions and examples
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daredevilry
[ ˈderˌdevəlrē ]
extreme activities
Reckless or daring behavior, often involving risky or dangerous stunts.
Synonyms
audacity, daring, recklessness.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
| Word | Description / Examples |
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| daredevilry |
Used to describe actions that are extremely bold and dangerous, often involving physical risk.
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| daring |
Indicates bold and brave actions, often with a sense of admiration. It doesn’t necessarily imply recklessness and can be used in both positive and neutral contexts.
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| recklessness |
Describes actions taken without caution and concern for the consequences, often leading to negative outcomes.
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| audacity |
Refers to boldness or daring, often with a sense of disrespect or arrogance. Frequently used in negative contexts.
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Examples of usage
- He was known for his daredevilry in performing death-defying stunts.
- The daredevilry of the stuntman left the audience in awe.
Translations
Translations of the word "daredevilry" in other languages:
🇵🇹 temeridade
🇮🇳 साहसिकता
🇩🇪 Tollkühnheit
🇮🇩 nekat
🇺🇦 безрозсудність
🇵🇱 brawura
🇯🇵 向こう見ず
🇫🇷 témérité
🇪🇸 temeridad
🇹🇷 pervasızlık
🇰🇷 무모함
🇸🇦 تهور
🇨🇿 odvážnost
🇸🇰 odvážnosť
🇨🇳 莽撞
🇸🇮 nepremišljenost
🇮🇸 hugrekki
🇰🇿 батылдық
🇬🇪 გაბედულება
🇦🇿 cəsarət
🇲🇽 temeridad
Etymology
The term 'daredevilry' originated in the mid-19th century, combining 'daredevil' (one who takes unnecessary risks) with the suffix '-ry' to denote the quality or action. It has been used to describe fearless and audacious behavior in various adventurous or risky situations.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #43,177, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.