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adventurer

ad-VEHN-ch

Adventurer (noun) means someone who seeks out exciting, risky experiences or ventures. Example: “The old adventurer had climbed every major peak in the region.”

noun
1
Someone who seeks out exciting, risky experiences or ventures.
"The old adventurer had climbed every major peak in the region."
"She quit her office job to become a full-time adventurer."
2
A person who chases fortune or advancement through bold or sometimes shady schemes.
"The novel's villain is a smooth-talking adventurer looking to marry into money."

How to use adventurer

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA person who actively seeks out adventure, risk, or fortune.

Word forms

adventurers plural

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Etymology

From adventure plus the agent ending -er.

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Frequently asked questions

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.

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