fearless

adjective

fear·​less ˈfir-ləs 

: free from fear : brave

fearlessly adverb

fearlessness noun

Synonyms

• bold
• brave
• courageous
• dauntless
• doughty
• gallant
• greathearted
• gutsy
• gutty
• heroic
• heroical
• intrepid
• lionhearted
• manful
• stalwart
• stout
• stouthearted
• undauntable
• undaunted
• valiant
• valorous

Examples of fearless in a Sentence

skydiving is one sport that tends to attract fearless types

Recent Examples on the Web

Known for their fearless improvisation and genre-defying performances, the trio’s performance in a hall, on the grounds of a former convent, was a 45-minute, intense, non-stop wall of sound. —Joanne Shurvell, Forbes.com, 19 Apr. 2025

The centerpiece is a visually stunning film set in outer space, with Zendaya as the fearless protagonist on an interstellar mission. —Mecca Pryor, Essence, 18 Apr. 2025

Beyoncé's energy has always radiated the passionate, headstrong spirit of this Fire sign, whether in her performances or her fearless business ventures. —Valerie Mesa, People.com, 18 Apr. 2025

Marlee is a true force of nature, a fearless performer and tireless advocate whose lifetime of artistry and activism has broken countless barriers in Hollywood. —Matt Grobar, Deadline, 17 Apr. 2025

Word History

Etymology

fear entry 1 + -less

First Known Use

1540, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for fearless

• cheerless
• peerless
• tearless

Kids Definition

fearless

adjective

fear·​less ˈfi(ə)r-ləs 

: free from fear : brave

fearlessly adverb

fearlessness noun