adventurous

adjective

ad·ven·tur·ous əd-ˈven-ch(ə-)rəs

Synonyms of adventurous next

: disposed to seek adventure or to cope with the new and unknown

an adventurous explorer

: innovative

an adventurous artistic style

: characterized by unknown dangers and risks

an adventurous journey

adventurously adverb

adventurousness noun

Choose the Right Synonym for adventurous

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

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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Chances are good our adventurous readers have taken a trip that’s right up your alley — and then shared not only their travel adventures but their practical tips, too. —

Jackie Burrell, The Mercury News, 11 Nov. 2024 While best known for its flashy entertainment and adventurous activities — from bumper cars and ice skating to surfing and indoor skydiving simulators — Royal Caribbean offers something for all types of travelers. —

Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 6 Nov. 2024 Dining with teens Teens can be adventurous eaters one day and craving comfort food the next. —

Judy Koutsky, Forbes, 3 Nov. 2024 This inspires an expansive and adventurous mindset, specifically in areas of investment or financial collaboration. —

Valerie Mesa, People.com, 1 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for adventurous

Word History

Etymology

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

First Known Use

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

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The first known use of adventurous was in the 15th century

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“Adventurous.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/adventurous. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.

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adventurous

adjective

ad·ven·tur·ous əd-ˈvench-(ə-)rəs

: ready to take risks or to deal with the new and unknown

adventurous explorers

: having unknown dangers and risks

an adventurous voyage

adventurously adverb

adventurousness noun

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