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adventurous

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ədˈventʃərəs/

adventurous means: Willing to try new things or do things that might be dangerous.

adjective

WILLING TO EXPLOREB1

Willing to try new things or do things that might be dangerous.

  • She is an adventurous cook.
  • Our adventurous son wants to explore the jungle.
  • Are you feeling adventurous enough to try this dish?

Similar words: daring, bold

Opposites: cautious

Common phrases: adventurous person, adventurous spirit, adventurous eater

RISKYC1

Involving danger or risks and needing courage.

  • They planned an adventurous journey.
  • The adventurous expedition crossed several dangerous rivers.
  • Such an adventurous plan would require careful preparation.

Similar words: risky, daring, hazardous

Opposites: safe

Common phrases: adventurous journey, adventurous expedition, adventurous undertaking

Questions about adventurous

What does adventurous mean?

Willing to try new things or do things that might be dangerous.

What is adventurous in other languages?

Türkçe: maceracı · Español: aventurero · Français: aventureux · Deutsch: abenteuerlustig · Italiano: avventuroso · 日本語: 冒険好きな

How do you pronounce adventurous?

It is pronounced /ədˈventʃərəs/.

How do you use adventurous in a sentence?

She is an adventurous cook. Our adventurous son wants to explore the jungle.

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