fearlessness
/'fiəlisnis/
Definition
- Noun:
- The quality or state of being without fear; courage: "Fearlessness" refers to the trait of not feeling afraid, especially in situations that would typically cause fear or anxiety. It implies bravery and boldness.
Usage
- "Fearlessness" is used to describe a person's character or a specific attitude displayed in the face of danger, difficulty, or uncertainty. It is a positive trait often associated with heroes, leaders, and innovators.
Examples
- Noun:
- Her fearlessness in confronting the injustice inspired everyone.
- The firefighter's fearlessness saved many lives during the blaze.
- To be an entrepreneur requires a certain degree of fearlessness.
Advanced Usage
- "With fearlessness": in a manner that shows no fear.
- She faced the challenge with complete fearlessness.
- "A display of fearlessness": an act that demonstrates courage.
- His speech was a remarkable display of fearlessness against the oppressive regime.
Variants and Related Words
- Fearless (adj): not afraid; brave.
- She is a fearless advocate for human rights.
- Fearlessly (adv): in a fearless manner.
- He spoke fearlessly in front of the large audience.
Synonyms
- Courage: the ability to do something that frightens one; bravery.
- Bravery: courageous behavior or character.
- Boldness: willingness to take risks and act innovatively; confidence.
- Intrepidity: fearlessness; adventurousness.
Antonyms
- Fearfulness: the quality of being afraid.
- Cowardice: lack of bravery.
- Timidity: lack of courage or confidence.
Related Phrases
- "To show fearlessness": to demonstrate a lack of fear.
- In the crisis, the captain showed great fearlessness.
- "An act of fearlessness": a specific deed that is notably brave.
- Jumping into the river to save the child was an act of pure fearlessness.
Noun
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the trait of feeling no fear
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feeling no fear
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