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Synonyms of adventurous

11 similar words · 5 opposite words

Another word for adventurous is daring. Other synonyms of adventurous are dareful, presumptuous and foolhardy. The opposite of adventurous is shy.

Synonyms and similar words for adventurous

adjectiveInclined to adventure; willing to take risks; prone to embark on hazardous enterprises; daring.

adjectiveFull of risks; risky; liable to be in danger; requiring courage; rash.

  • rash
  • foolhardyMarked by unthinking recklessness with disregard for danger; boldly rash; hotheaded.
  • presumptuousMaking unwarranted presumptions or assumptions, often out of arrogance or excessive self-confidence, and thus exceeding...
  • hazardous

Opposite of adventurous

adjectiveAntonym(s) of “inclined to adventure”.

adjectiveAntonym(s) of “full of hazard”.

Meaning of adventurous

  1. adjective Inclined to adventure; willing to take risks; prone to embark on hazardous enterprises; daring.
  2. adjective Full of risks; risky; liable to be in danger; requiring courage; rash.

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Questions about synonyms of adventurous

What is another word for adventurous?
Adventurous has 11 synonyms on Word.ws, such as daring, dareful, presumptuous and foolhardy.
What is the opposite of adventurous?
The opposite of adventurous is shy. Other antonyms of adventurous are unadventurous and timid.
What does adventurous mean?
Adventurous means inclined to adventure; willing to take risks; prone to embark on hazardous enterprises; daring.

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