intrepidity

American  

[in-truh-pid-i-tee] / ˌɪn trəˈpɪd ɪ ti /

Sometimes intrepidness

noun

1. the fact or quality of being resolutely fearless or dauntless; bold courage.

   His indomitable fighting spirit, intrepidity, and devotion to duty against overwhelming odds were an inspiration to those under his command.

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Etymology

Origin of intrepidity

intrepid ( def. ) + -ity ( def. )

Example Sentences

The Zeal of the Seraphim breaks forth in a becoming Warmth of Sentiments and Expressions, as the Character which is given us of him denotes that generous Scorn and Intrepidity which attends Heroic Virtue.

From The Spectator, Volume 2. by Addison, Joseph

Why should we delight in the Intrepidity, tho' it was real, of a Villain in his Impiety?

From An Enquiry into the Causes of the Frequent Executions at Tyburn (1725) by Mandeville, Bernard

Observe here the Steadiness and Intrepidity wherewith she overcame all the Pains and Dangers which assaulted her.

From The Female Soldier Or, the Surprising Life and Adventures of Hannah Snell by Anonymous

His Answer upon his being discovered, and demanded to give an Account of himself, is5 conformable to the Pride and Intrepidity of his Character.

From The Spectator, Volume 2. by Addison, Joseph

Courage and Intrepidity always were, and ever will be the grand Characteristick of a Man of Honour: It is this Part of the Character only, which it is always in our Power to demonstrate.

From An Enquiry into an Origin of Honour; and the Usefulness of Christianity in War by Mandeville, Bernard