fearless

[ feer-lis ]

adjective

1. without fear; bold or brave; intrepid.

   Antonyms: cowardly

Other Words From

• fearless·ly adverb
• fearless·ness noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of fearless¹

First recorded in 1350–1400, fearless is from the Middle English word fereles. See fear, -less

Synonym Study

See brave.

Example Sentences

In a statement announcing her selection, Trump said that Gabbard would bring a “a fearless spirit” to the intelligence agencies and secure “peace through strength.”

From Salon

A darkly surreal fantasia about Hollywood misogyny, “The Substance” delivers some of the year’s most fearless acting, along with a bold new directorial voice.

From Los Angeles Times

They played the Coachella festival, topped the US album sales chart, and even lit up the Empire State Building in "fearless blue" to celebrate the release of their Crazy EP.

From BBC

“I love how big L.A. is and how it’s like 10 different cities in one,” said the Grammy-nominated Washington, who released his third full-length album, “Fearless Movement,” earlier this year.

From Los Angeles Times

“I couldn’t believe he had such self-awareness to continue to campaign while he’s being hauled off. I mean, he’s fearless. He’s indestructible.”

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• bold
• cocky
• confident
• courageous
• daring
• gutsy
• heroic
• intrepid
• smart
• spunky