unfrightened

Thân thiện

The small child remained unfrightened by the gentle dog.

Definition

Adjective: Not experiencing or showing fear; not made afraid.

Usage

The adjective "unfrightened" describes a state of being calm and without fear in a situation that might typically cause alarm or terror. It emphasizes a notable absence of fright.

Examples

• The unfrightened child watched the thunderstorm with curiosity instead of hiding.
• Despite the loud noises, the horse remained remarkably unfrightened.
• Her unfrightened demeanor during the crisis helped calm everyone else.

Advanced Usage

• "unfrightened by": This is the most common construction, used to specify the source of potential fear.
  • He was unfrightened by the prospect of failure.
• It can be used in comparative or superlative forms, though this is less common.
  • Of all the hikers, she was the most unfrightened by the steep path.

Variants and Related Words

• Unfrightening (adjective): Not causing fear; not scary.
  • The movie was suspenseful but ultimately unfrightening.

Synonyms

• Unafraid
• Fearless
• Dauntless
• Undaunted
• Unperturbed (suggests a lack of agitation)

Antonyms

• Frightened
• Afraid
• Scared
• Terrified
• Fearful

Học thuật

Adjective

1. not affected by fright