adventurous

Meanings

• adjective

  Given to seeking excitement and adventure.

  - "He is an adventurous traveler who enjoys exploring new places."
  - "Her adventurous spirit led her to climb mountains and go on long hikes."

• noun

  Engaging in exciting and daring activities.

  - "The adventurous activity fair attracted many thrill-seekers."
  - "His adventurous exploits made him a local hero."

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Pronunciation

1. /ædˈvɛn.tʃɚ.ʌs/
   
   
   
   Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=2453358"

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Antonyms

safe , nervous

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Synonyms

foolhardy , hazardous , presumptuous , rash , venturesome , dareful , daring , enterprising , on the go , restless , venturesome

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with adventurous
adventure , adventureure , aventure , venture

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Variants

List of all variants of adventurous that leads to same result
adventurous , adventurously , adventurousness , adventurousnesses

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Etymology

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From Old French aventure, meaning 'hazard, adventure, fortune'.

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Trivia

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1. The longest word in the English language that contains all five vowels in a row is 'adventure'.

2. The term 'adventurous' was first used in English in the 15th century.

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Related Concepts

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1. risk-taking: The act of taking on risk or danger in pursuit of a goal or reward.

2. thrill-seeking: The desire to experience excitement and adventure, often through dangerous or daring activities.

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Culture

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In literature, the term 'adventurous' is often used to describe characters who are bold, daring, and willing to take risks. In art, it can refer to works that depict exciting or daring subjects. In music, it can refer to genres or songs that are upbeat and full of energy.

How to Memorize "adventurous"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the word 'adventurous' written out in bold letters, with the 'A' and 'U' highlighted. Imagine a person embarking on a new adventure, with a sense of excitement and wonder in their eyes.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'adventurous' with the feeling of excitement and adventure, with the idea of trying new things and taking risks.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Adventurous Alligators Aren't Afraid Of Underwater Adventures' to remember the meaning of the word.

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