Adventurous

usgb/ədˈventʃərəs/
adjective

Willing to take risks or to try out new methods, ideas, or experiences.

She's known as an adventurous traveler.
Visual representation of "adventurous" - Willing to take risks or to try out new methods, ideas, or experiences.

Often appears as...

  • adventurous spirit
  • adventurous traveler
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Risk Emphasis

Use it when highlighting someone's willingness to take chances, not just their love of travel or new foods.

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Only the most adventurous climbers attempt Everest without a guide.
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Positive Connotation

The word often carries a positive feeling, admiring someone's courage and zest for life.

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His adventurous deeds earned him widespread admiration.
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Not Reckless

Distinguish between 'adventurous' and 'reckless'; the former usually involves calculated risks.

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She's adventurous in business, but always does her homework.
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