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
Montes is daring, her work unafraid to wrestle with the most complex and foundational ideas, yet doing so on her own terms.
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Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 15 Apr. 2026
In her work, too, Kica is unafraid of depth.
—Jess Morales Rocketto, Time, 15 Apr. 2026
Ramsey describes Brian as sociable and unafraid.
—Janelle Griffith, PEOPLE, 14 Apr. 2026
The Wendy Eisenberg of Wendy Eisenberg is newly unafraid of love songs, or at least unembarrassed by their proclamations.
—Jayson Greene, Pitchfork, 9 Apr. 2026
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Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 15 Apr. 2026
In her work, too, Kica is unafraid of depth.
—Jess Morales Rocketto, Time, 15 Apr. 2026
Ramsey describes Brian as sociable and unafraid.
—Janelle Griffith, PEOPLE, 14 Apr. 2026
The Wendy Eisenberg of Wendy Eisenberg is newly unafraid of love songs, or at least unembarrassed by their proclamations.
—Jayson Greene, Pitchfork, 9 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unafraid
Adjective
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Craven was remembered during the ceremony as brave and courageous, and as someone whose personality had a positive impact on her colleagues as well as her community.—
Caleb Lunetta,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 May 2026
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Bojorquez said Jones was a brave officer who had made a tragic mistake while rushing to the aid of victims.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
7 May 2026
Adjective
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Visitors are also strongly encouraged to carry bear spray.—
Nicole Blanchard,
Idaho Statesman,
5 May 2026
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Fans are strongly encouraged to plan ahead, purchase transportation in advance and follow official guidance.—
Khloe Quill,
FOXNews.com,
2 May 2026
Adjective
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Young players can make a club fearless.—
Eddie Brown,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 May 2026
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Tuttle’s fearless inquisition won’t insult your intelligence, ask your mercy or hogtie your feelings.—
Robert Abele,
Los Angeles Times,
9 May 2026
Adjective
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Barker speaks of his family with obvious pride, and seems determined to bring them along as his star rises.—
Alex Barasch,
New Yorker,
11 May 2026
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Lamborghini itself has confirmed that its first fully electric model will arrive later this decade, but the company appears determined to keep combustion engines alive in its flagship supercars for as long as regulations permit.—
James Morris,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2026
Adjective
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But a courageous governor, LeRoy Collins, fought his heart out for voting rights and fair apportionment.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
11 May 2026
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Bolton Hill neighbors react Neighbors called her actions courageous.—
Tara Lynch,
CBS News,
11 May 2026
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“Unafraid.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unafraid. Accessed 16 May. 2026.
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