Synonyms: Brave

From fearless adventurers to intrepid explorers to bold trailblazers, this list delves into the realm of courage and daring, offering words to describe every audacious and courageous act, whether big or small.
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  1. adventurous
    willing to undertake new and daring enterprises
    We had a collection of pressed flowers and many shells, not only the local kinds from the Bournemouth beach but exotic ones collected by my adventurous great-grandfather during his travels to Australia and such places. My Life with the Chimpanzees
  2. audacious
    invulnerable to fear or intimidation
    Crick’s intelligence was as free ranging and as audacious as his voice; he thought nothing of invading the problems of others and suggesting solutions. The Gene
  3. bold
    fearless and daring
    She wanted to show him how bold and unafraid she was, but her heart quaked. Copper Sun
  4. courageous
    able to face and deal with danger or fear without flinching
    In competition, we always performed the skills we’d practiced and mastered in the gym, because as any gymnast can tell you, there’s a fine line between being courageous and ending up with a major injury. Courage to Soar
  5. daredevil
    recklessly daring
    “A daredevil jump off this ledge will end your life. It has happened before and it will happen again. You’ve been warned.” Divergent
  6. daring
    disposed to venture or take risks
    He’d felt so daring, sneaking away from home in the middle of the night. The School for Whatnots
  7. dauntless
    invulnerable to fear or intimidation
    But the letter—which clearly states that she wanted to quit—reminds us that even dauntless women can have their moments of doubt. The Woman All Spies Fear
  8. doughty
    possessing courage and determination
    As he stood there on the deck, he was already a conqueror;—he had slain the monster—surely he could win the heart of the maiden, as all doughty champions were wont to do. Reynolds, Mrs. Baillie
  9. fearless
    not able to be intimidated
    As I’ve said before, there is a great difference between being fearless and being brave. The Name of the Wind
  10. gallant
    unflinching in battle or action
    And Britain’s Royal Air Force, in a gallant and furious fight against the Luftwaffe, turned out to be a stronger opponent than Germany had expected. A Thousand Sisters
  11. gutsy
    showing courage and determination in the face of difficulty
    She’ll never win any awards for kindness, but she certainly is gutsy. Catching Fire
  12. heroic
    having qualities appropriate for brave figures
    Underneath all the make-believe bluster of pretending to be the heroic Duke, Fred realized who he really was: a coward. Dog Squad
  13. indomitable
    impossible to subdue
    They were brave indomitable fellows, well tested in battle and willing to follow their hero wherever he went. Beowulf: A New Telling
  14. intrepid
    invulnerable to fear or intimidation
    She was an explorer, an intrepid follower of her own heart. Becoming
  15. lionhearted
    extraordinarily courageous
    Fans of Renée Watson know that lionhearted passion is one of the major through-lines in her work, and “Ways to Make Sunshine” is a fine addition to the collection.
    – The New York Times
  16. mettlesome
    having a proud, courageous, and unbroken spirit
    It is very difficult to confine young and mettlesome horses to a walk; great good temper, with a firm light hand, are requisite to accomplish this. Waite, S. C.
  17. plucky
    showing courage
    “Read this! Those plucky women are going after the legislature now!” Lyddie
  18. spirited
    willing to face danger
    Poor horses only touched their lips to the water, but a fine spirited beast put his whole nose and mouth under, and only left room to breathe. The Red Pony
  19. spunky
    showing courage
    She also let me know how disappointed she was, and how much she’d miss my “spunky personality.” Watch Us Rise
  20. stalwart
    possessing or displaying courage
    She might have looked dainty and decorative, but she was a stalwart woman with a strong grip. The School for Whatnots
  21. stout
    courageous and dependable
    “A simple task,” began the Humbug, suddenly wishing he were somewhere else, “for a brave lad with a stout heart, a steadfast dog, and a serviceable small automobile.” The Phantom Tollbooth
  22. undaunted
    resolutely courageous
    Every Thursday, undaunted by the merciless midday sun, they would stand there by the well. The God of Small Things
  23. unflinching
    showing courage and determination in the face of danger
    He’s braver than the woman to my right -- he stares at the Dauntless soldier in front of him, unflinching. Insurgent
  24. valiant
    having or showing heroism or courage
    Thor, god of thunder, mightiest of all the Aesir, the strongest, the bravest, the most valiant in battle, was not entirely awake yet, but he had the feeling that something was wrong. Norse Mythology
  25. valorous
    having or showing the qualities of a hero or heroine
    At first I thought maybe we were going to get a ribbon or something for our valorous conduct. Dread Nation
  26. venturesome
    disposed to take risks
    After Eratosthenes’ discovery, many great voyages were attempted by brave and venturesome sailors. Cosmos
  27. venturous
    disposed to take risks
    Aeschylus speaks of them as "horsemen mighty with the bow, dreadful to behold, and terrible in the venturous courage of their hearts." Duncker, Max
Created on Wed Apr 10 11:01:50 EDT 2024 (updated Wed May 08 09:34:59 EDT 2024)

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