unafraid
Britishadjective
Explanation
When you're unafraid, you're not the least bit frightened. If you're an outspoken person, you are unafraid of saying exactly what you think. You can use the adjective unafraid for anyone who acts in a fearless or brave way, or who feels no anxiety. You might cringe at the idea of arguing with a friend, while your sister is completely unafraid of confrontation. But she may avoid eating unfamiliar food, while you're unafraid to try just about anything, no matter how spicy or exotic it is.
Example Sentences
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“We’re both unafraid to be ugly and weird and strange,” said Abbott, who is known for his role as Charlie Dattolo in the HBO comedy-drama “Girls.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 10, 2026
“Sen. Tillis has been unafraid to use his vote to extract concessions from the Trump administration,” said Brest, who is now president of the American Constitution Society, a progressive legal nonprofit.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 30, 2026
Rucci says his history makes him perfect for the job because he is unafraid to fight back against opposition.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 19, 2026
She likewise said the next chief should be a woman, "but not any woman", saying she was someone unafraid of "risking that what I try doesn't work".
From Barron's ● Jun. 9, 2026
These were women who knew their own voices and were unafraid to use them.
From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama
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