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daredevil

/ˈdɛədɛvəl/
Meanings
  • noun

    A person who performs dangerous and exciting acts, typically in public.

    - "The crowd cheered as the daredevil performed a death-defying stunt on his motorcycle."
    - "Skydiving and bungee jumping are popular activities for daredevils."
Synonyms

adrenaline junkie , adventurer , thrill-seeker
Rhymes
Words rhyming with daredevil
devil , rival , hivel , rivet , grievel
Variants
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daredevil , daredevilries , daredevilry , daredevils , daredeviltries , daredeviltry
Etymology
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Originally, a daredevil was a person who dared to defy the devil, but the modern meaning has evolved to refer to someone who performs dangerous stunts.

Trivia
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  1. The first recorded use of the term 'daredevil' was in 1798, when a man named Robert-Francois Damiens attempted to assassinate King Louis XVI of France. He was described as a 'daredevil' for attempting the dangerous act.

  2. The most famous daredevil in history is likely Evel Knievel, who performed over 750 motorcycle stunts throughout his career, including jumping over buses, trucks, and the Snake River Canyon on a rocket-powered motorcycle.

  3. In 2012, a daredevil named Eben Pagan set a world record by jumping over 100 cars in a single jump on a motorcycle. He landed safely and was hailed as a modern-day Evel Knievel.

Related Concepts
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  1. stuntman: A stuntman is a professional performer who performs dangerous stunts in films, television shows, and live events. Daredevils and stuntmen share a common interest in performing dangerous feats, but stuntmen typically work in a more controlled and professional environment.

  2. extreme sports: Extreme sports are physical activities that involve a high level of risk and require a great deal of skill and athleticism. Daredevils are often drawn to extreme sports as a way to push their limits and challenge themselves.

Culture
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In literature and popular culture, daredevils are often portrayed as fearless and daring individuals, pushing the boundaries of what is considered possible. They can be found in various forms of media, from comic books and films to video games and real-life stunt shows.

How to Memorize "daredevil"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a person wearing a red and yellow suit, standing on the edge of a high building, looking down at the ground below. Imagine the crowd gathered below, cheering and clapping as the daredevil prepares to jump.
    - Visualize the sensation of adrenaline rushing through your body as you perform a dangerous stunt. Imagine the feeling of exhilaration and accomplishment as you successfully complete the stunt.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'daredevil' with the image of a person performing a dangerous stunt. Think of the word as a synonym for 'thrill-seeker' or 'risk-taker'.
    - Associate the word 'daredevil' with the feeling of excitement and fear that comes from pushing your limits and challenging yourself.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the acronym DARE to remember the definition of daredevil: Dangerous and Adventurous Risk-Taker Engaging in Exciting stunts.

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