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intrepidity

Meanings
  • noun

    Bravery and fearlessness in the face of danger or adversity.

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intrepid , intrepidities , intrepidity , intrepidly , intrepidness , intrepidnesses
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From the Latin intrepidus, meaning 'not afraid'.

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  1. Intrepidity is a required trait for astronauts to explore space.

  2. The word 'intrepid' was first used in English in the 15th century.

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  1. Valor: A brave and courageous act, often in the face of danger.

  2. Courage: The ability to face danger, fear, or pain with bravery and determination.

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  1. Meanwhile, the "intrepid" Florentine traveler Marco Polo had been to China and brought back with him a noodle dish that became Italian pasta …

    - Norman F. Cantor,{it}The Civilization of the Middle Ages{/it},1993

  2. Author and explorer Dame Freya Stark was one of the most "intrepid" adventurers of all time. (T. E. Lawrence, no slouch in the travel department himself, called her "gallant" and "remarkable.")

    - Kimberly Robinson,{it}Travel & Leisure{/it},December 1999

  3. The heroes are "intrepid" small-business owners, investigative reporters, plaintiffs and their lawyers, and, of course, Nader himself and his grass-roots organizations.

    - Jonathan Chait,{it}New York Times Book Review{/it},3 Feb. 2008
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Intrepidity is a valued trait in various aspects of life, including literature, military, and personal experiences. In literature, characters with intrepidity are often portrayed as heroes or heroines who overcome great challenges. In the military, intrepidity is a medal of honor given for extraordinary valor in the face of the enemy. In personal experiences, having intrepidity can mean taking risks and facing challenges with confidence and determination.

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