Main Entry: ad·ven·tur·ous

Pronunciation: \əd-ˈven-ch(ə-)rəs\

Function: adjective

Date: 14th century

1 a : disposed to seek adventure or to cope with the new and unknown <an adventurous explorer> b : innovative <an adventurous artistic style>
2 : characterized by unknown dangers and risks <an adventurous journey>

— ad·ven·tur·ous·ly adverb

— ad·ven·tur·ous·ness noun

synonyms adventurous, venturesome, daring, daredevil, rash, reckless, foolhardy mean exposing oneself to danger more than required by good sense. adventurous implies a willingness to accept risks but not necessarily imprudence <adventurous pioneers>. venturesome implies a jaunty eagerness for perilous undertakings <venturesome stunt pilots>. daring heightens the implication of fearlessness in courting danger <daring mountain climbers>. daredevil stresses ostentation in daring <daredevil motorcyclists>. rash suggests imprudence and lack of forethought <a rash decision>. reckless implies heedlessness of probable consequences <a reckless driver>. foolhardy suggests a recklessness that is inconsistent with good sense <only a foolhardy sailor would venture into this storm>.