Intrepid
Definition
Adjective
1. Fearless in the face of danger.
2. Willing to take risks.
3. Not easily intimidated.
The newspapers described John as intrepid for surviving his week-long ordeal, lost in the cave.
Word Origin
In the earliest known use is in 1697 in a translation by John Dryden.
From Latin intrepidus <
in (not)
+ trepidus (alarmed)
Synonyms
bold, fearless, dauntless, daring, courageous, heroic, adventurous
Antonyms
timid, fearful, cowardly
