intrepid

[ in-trep-id ]

adjective

1. resolutely fearless; dauntless:

   an intrepid explorer.

   Synonyms: bold, courageous, brave

   Antonyms: timid

intrepid

/ ɪnˈtrɛpɪd /

adjective

1. fearless; daring; bold

Derived Forms

• ˌintreˈpidity, noun
• inˈtrepidly, adverb

Other Words From

• in·tre·pid·i·ty [in-tr, uh, -, pid, -i-tee], in·trep·id·ness noun
• in·trep·id·ly adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of intrepid¹

First recorded in 1690–1700; from Latin intrepidus, equivalent to in- in- ³ + trepidus “anxious”; trepidation

Word History and Origins

Origin of intrepid¹

C17: from Latin intrepidus, from in- ¹+ trepidus fearful, timid

Example Sentences

Molly White is the model of an indefatigable and intrepid journalist.

From Los Angeles Times

That Rivers bore that cost with intrepid humor is worthy of drama.

From Los Angeles Times

Tributes have been paid to Dias, described by the Carta de Moçambique news site as a "shrewd lawyer, intrepid, with the tough fibre of a fighter".

From BBC

Two intrepid World War Two veterans have celebrated their 100th birthdays by flying in Spitfires.

From BBC

The restaurant blends Appalachian ingredients and ingenuity with Italian-American grit and flavor profiles, harnessing an intrepid hybrid of culture and cuisine that is simultaneously inspiring and absolutely delicious.

From Salon

Related Words

• courageous
• fearless
• heroic
• plucky
• spunky