English Explanatory Dictionary

daredevil

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A person who engages in very risky behavior, especially one who is motivated by a craving for excitement or attention.
adj
  1. Recklessly bold; adventurous.
verb
  1. To behave in a reckless, adventurous, or physically risky manner.

Pronunciation

/ˈdɛədɛvəl/ [ˈdɛədɛvəɫ] LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-daredevil.wav

Word forms

daredevil daredevils more daredevil most daredevil daredeviling daredevilling daredeviled daredevilled

Etymology

From dare + devil; an exocentric compound, "one who dares the devil".

Synonyms

adrenaline junkie adventurer thrill-seeker

Derived words

daredevilish daredevilism daredevilry
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