venturesome

English

Alternative forms

• ventersome [17th century]

Etymology

venture +‎ -some

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /ˈvɛntjʊə(ɹ)sʌm/, /ˈvɛnt͡ʃə(ɹ)sʌm/

Adjective

venturesome (comparative more venturesome, superlative most venturesome)

1. Bold; willing to take risks; adventurous.
2. Potentially hazardous; risky.

Synonyms

• daring

Antonyms

• cautious
• timid

Derived terms

• venturesomely
• venturesomeness

Translations

adventurous

• Maori: ngākau tangatanga
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