intrepid
resolutely fearless; dauntless: an intrepid explorer.
Origin of intrepid
1Other words for intrepid
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Other words from intrepid
- in·tre·pid·i·ty [in-truh-pid-i-tee], /ˌɪn trəˈpɪd ɪ ti/, in·trep·id·ness, noun
- in·trep·id·ly, adverb
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How to use intrepid in a sentence
That conclusion rests on genetic evidence suggesting the intrepid South Americans mated with ancient Polynesians.
These science claims from 2020 could be big news if confirmed | Cassie Martin | December 23, 2020 | Science NewsResidents weren’t allowed to visit their burned homes as the National Guard secured the area and local officials performed safety checks on utilities, but one intrepid neighbor snuck up the ridge to report back about the damage.
The Long-Lasting Mental Health Effects of Wildfires | Jane C. Hu | December 3, 2020 | Outside OnlineThe interior of the 20-foot Basecamp X is cleverly designed, with plenty of space for gear and food for the three other intrepid campers along for my test.
An Off-Grid Test of Airstream's Most Rugged Trailer | Hayden Coplen | November 22, 2020 | Outside OnlineOne intrepid beetle, though, made the journey in just six minutes!
Some beetles can be eaten by a frog, then walk out the other end | Jonathan Lambert | September 4, 2020 | Science News For StudentsOn average, it took six hours for the beetles to escape, though one intrepid individual completed the journey in just six minutes.
Water beetles can live on after being eaten and excreted by a frog | Jonathan Lambert | August 3, 2020 | Science News
intrepid university students perched on the ceiling girders and roared out a football cheer: Cheer!
The GOP’s Last Identity Crisis Remade U.S. Politics | Michael Wolraich | July 24, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTBettles, Alaska has been a gateway for intrepid travelers who want to explore the pristine wilderness of the Arctic Circle.
Visiting the Arctic Circle…Before It’s Irreversibly Changed | Terry Greene Sterling | April 1, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTUnder the harsh sun and roaring sand of the wild Namib Desert, even the most intrepid find it impossible to stay put.
The intrepid adventurers are now walking the final 100 miles to the Pole.
Dominic West Reveals That Metallica Keeps Him Going On South Pole Prince Harry Challenge | Tom Sykes | December 10, 2013 | THE DAILY BEASTAny suggestions for intrepid Target shoppers who want to bag some of your merchandise?
Seven Questions for Phillip Lim, Who Unveils a New Target Collection September 15 | The Fashion Beast Team | September 15, 2013 | THE DAILY BEASTHe was one of the most daring, brave and intrepid officers of the army, and his adventures almost border on romance.
The Every Day Book of History and Chronology | Joel MunsellThe intrepid Vergniaud alone refused to adopt any measure of safety.
Madame Roland, Makers of History | John S. C. AbbottThat intrepid investigator, Bosio, was several times well nigh lost in their mysterious depths.
The Catacombs of Rome | William Henry WithrowOne dark night, on February 3, 1804, the intrepid left the rest of the fleet and set sail for the harbor of Tripoli.
Stories of Our Naval Heroes | VariousQuick-burning material was brought from the intrepid, put in good places, and set on fire.
Stories of Our Naval Heroes | Various
British Dictionary definitions for intrepid
/ (ɪnˈtrɛpɪd) /
fearless; daring; bold
Origin of intrepid
1Derived forms of intrepid
- intrepidity or intrepidness, noun
- intrepidly, adverb
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