Intrepid: meaning, definitions and examples

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intrepid

 

[ ɪnˈtrɛpɪd ]

Adjective / Noun
Context #1 | Adjective

brave and fearless

Intrepid is used to describe someone who is very brave and has no fear. It is often used to praise someone for their courage in facing difficult or dangerous situations.

Synonyms

brave, courageous, fearless

Examples of usage

  • He was known for his intrepid spirit in the face of danger.
  • The intrepid explorer ventured into the unknown jungle.
Context #2 | Noun

a person who is fearless and brave

As a noun, intrepid refers to a person who is fearless and brave in the face of danger. It is often used to describe individuals who show great courage and determination.

Synonyms

brave soul, courageous person, hero

Examples of usage

  • She proved to be an intrepid in the face of adversity.
  • The intrepid never backed down from a challenge.

Translations

Translations of the word "intrepid" in other languages:

🇵🇹 intrépido

🇮🇳 निडर

🇩🇪 unerschrocken

🇮🇩 berani

🇺🇦 безстрашний

🇵🇱 nieustraszony

🇯🇵 大胆不敵

🇫🇷 intrépide

🇪🇸 intrépido

🇹🇷 cesur

🇰🇷 용감한

🇸🇦 جريء

🇨🇿 nebojácný

🇸🇰 nebojácny

🇨🇳 无畏

🇸🇮 neustrašen

🇮🇸 óhræddur

🇰🇿 батыл

🇬🇪 უუფროო

🇦🇿 qorxmaz

🇲🇽 intrépido

Etymology

The word intrepid originated from the Latin word 'intrepidus', which means 'not frightened'. It entered the English language in the early 17th century, borrowed from French. The term has been used to describe fearless individuals throughout history, from explorers to warriors, emphasizing their bravery and courage in the face of adversity.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #19,587, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.