adventurer
Adventurer (noun) means someone who seeks out exciting, risky experiences or ventures. Example: “The old adventurer had climbed every major peak in the region.”
How to use adventurer
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA person who actively seeks out adventure, risk, or fortune.
Word forms
adventurers plural
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The old _____ had climbed every major peak in the region.
Etymology
From adventure plus the agent ending -er.
Synonyms
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Rhymes for adventurer
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What does “adventurer” mean?
The word “adventurer” means someone who seeks out exciting, risky experiences or ventures. In plain terms, a person who actively seeks out adventure, risk, or fortune.
How do you pronounce “adventurer”?
“Adventurer” is pronounced ad-VEHN-ch (/ædˈvɛn.t͡ʃɚ.ɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “adventurer” in a sentence?
Here is “adventurer” used in a sentence: “The old adventurer had climbed every major peak in the region.”
What part of speech is “adventurer”?
“Adventurer” is a noun.
Is “adventurer” a common word?
“Adventurer” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “adventurer” have?
“Adventurer” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: someone who seeks out exciting, risky experiences or ventures.