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The adventurous campers chose the winding trail by the lake.
What does Adventurous mean?
Adventurous means ready to try new, exciting, or unusual things.
Dictionary definition
Ready to try new, exciting, or unusual things.
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What does adventurous mean?
Adventurous means ready to try new, exciting, or unusual things.
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Which word is closest in meaning to adventurous?
Bold is close in meaning to adventurous in this context.
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ad · ven · cher · us · strongest beat: ven
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WordAdventurous.
Partadjective.
MeaningAdventurous means ready to try new, exciting, or unusual things.
ExampleExample: The adventurous campers chose the winding trail by the lake.
Word breakdown
4 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- ad · ven · cher · us
- Strongest beat
- ven
- Ending
- us
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on ven.
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Synonyms
Words like Adventurous
boldUse when someone is willing to try something new.
Antonyms
Opposite words
cautiousUse when someone is careful about risks.
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Word family
Adventurous word family
Base word
adventure
adverb
adventurously
In a bold or exploring way.
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Hint for students
Look for clues that show trying something new or exploring.
Common mix-up
Adventurous does not mean careless; an adventurous person can still be safe.
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