adj

intrepid

ihn-TREH-pihd

Intrepid (adj) means Fearless and bold in the face of danger. Example: “The intrepid climbers pushed on despite the storm.”

adj

Fearless and bold in the face of danger.

"The intrepid climbers pushed on despite the storm."

"She was an intrepid reporter who never backed down from a dangerous story."

How to use intrepid

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishBrave and daring, especially when facing something risky or scary.

Common pairings

intrepid explorer intrepid adventurer intrepid reporter

Word forms

more intrepid comparative, most intrepid superlative

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Etymology

From French intrépide, from Latin intrepidus, from in- ("not") + trepidus ("anxious, nervous") — literally "not nervous."

Origin: Latin

Rhymes for intrepid

tepid

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Frequently asked questions

What does “intrepid” mean?

The word “intrepid” means fearless and bold in the face of danger. In plain terms, brave and daring, especially when facing something risky or scary.

How do you pronounce “intrepid”?

“Intrepid” is pronounced ihn-TREH-pihd (/ɪnˈtɹɛpɪd/ in IPA).

How do you use “intrepid” in a sentence?

Here is “intrepid” used in a sentence: “The intrepid climbers pushed on despite the storm.”

What part of speech is “intrepid”?

“Intrepid” is an adjective.

Where does the word “intrepid” come from?

The word “intrepid” comes from Latin. From French intrépide, from Latin intrepidus, from in- ("not") + trepidus ("anxious, nervous") — literally "not nervous.".