fearless

adjective

fear·​less ˈfir-ləs How to pronounce fearless (audio)
Synonyms of fearlessnext
: free from fear : brave
fearlessly adverb
fearlessness noun

Examples of fearless in a Sentence

skydiving is one sport that tends to attract fearless types
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Together, these details create a vibe that feels intentional, expressive, and a little fearless—exactly the energy 2026 is bringing. Belle Bakst, InStyle, 6 Jan. 2026 The Frontier is a nonprofit newsroom that produces fearless journalism with impact in Oklahoma. Ashlynd Baecht, The Frontier, 6 Jan. 2026 From that iconic blonde wig with heavy bangs to southern belle Miley Stewart’s brunette curls and beyond, the fearless Miley Cyrus has never been afraid of a beauty transformation. Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 4 Jan. 2026 The setup sounds wild, the cast is fearless, and Riley’s track record suggests this won’t play it safe. Okla Jones, Essence, 2 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for fearless

Word History

Etymology

fear entry 1 + -less

First Known Use

1540, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of fearless was in 1540

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“Fearless.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fearless. Accessed 9 Jan. 2026.

Kids Definition

fearless

adjective
fear·​less ˈfi(ə)r-ləs How to pronounce fearless (audio)
: free from fear : brave
fearlessly adverb
fearlessness noun

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