UNAFRAID Synonyms: 135 Similar and Opposite Words

unafraid

adjective

Definition of unafraid

as in brave

not frightened or fearful He is unafraid of failure. They were unafraid to take a chance.

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Recent Examples of unafraid So far, the comedy series has been unafraid to take jabs at current-day political figures. — Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, 18 July 2026 Even for those unafraid of ICE, a long drive to church has grown more unpleasant because of high gas prices. — Jack Herrera, New Yorker, 14 July 2026 The democratic socialist endorsed in three competitive House primary matchups, breaking with Democratic leaders by supporting leftist candidates who were unafraid to criticize Israel and push for ambitious economic policies. — Elena Moore, NPR, 24 June 2026 Flores has consistently gone against the grain with his schemes, unafraid to send blitzers on any down from any spot or employ a four-man line composed entirely of stand-up rushers. — CBS News, 19 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for unafraid

Recent Examples of Synonyms for unafraid

Adjective

One brave expression can bring more life back into your day than overthinking ever will.

— Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 18 Aug. 2026
Pictures from History/Getty Images Duleep was the child of Singh and Rani Jindan, a beautiful and brave woman.

— Hadley Hall Meares, Vanity Fair, 17 Aug. 2026

Definition of brave

Adjective

Founded by Charles Tanqueray in London, the brand was built on a fearless pursuit of perfection — with over 300 versions created before the final London Dry expression was perfected.

— Forbes.com, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026
But Abney’s instincts and fearless makeup were always going to leave an impact on this staff.

— Colton Pouncy, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of fearless

Adjective

Brazil is the first South American nation to host the tournament and will play in the opener on June 24 against a yet-to-be-determined opponent in the 73,000 seat Maracana, which also hosted the 2014 men's World Cup final.

— ABC News, ABC News, 20 Aug. 2026
Mission specialists were still determined to mount a last-ditch rescue effort.

— Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of determined

Adjective

President Harry Truman’s courageous decision to support the United Nations in defending the South against invasion from the North laid the foundation for today’s remarkably successful Republic of Korea.

— Arthur I. Cyr, Chicago Tribune, 18 Aug. 2026
But no revelation is as courageous or groundbreaking as Panettiere’s description of her experience with postpartum depression.

— Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 18 Aug. 2026