daredevil
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈdɛrˌdɛvəl/
KK: /ˈdɛrˌdɛvəl/
adjective
Definition
Someone who takes risks and does dangerous things, often in a bold or reckless way.
Example
The daredevil jumped off the cliff with no safety gear.
Comparatives & Superlatives
Comparative: more daredevil
Superlative: most daredevil
Conversation
Did you see that daredevil stunt on TV last night?
Yeah, it was insane! I can't believe they actually did that.
I know, right? I could never be that daredevil in real life.
Same here! I prefer watching from the safety of my couch.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
audacious
bold
fearless
Antonyms
cautious
timid
meek
noun
Definition
A person who takes risks and does dangerous things, often for excitement or thrill.
Example
The daredevil jumped off the cliff with a parachute, thrilling the crowd below.
Conversation
Did you hear about that guy who bungee jumped off the bridge?
Yeah, he's such a daredevil! I can't believe he did that.
I could never be that brave; I'm way too scared of heights.
Root Explanation
Daredevil is formed from "dare" (from Old English "deorran", meaning to have courage or to be bold) and "devil" (from Old French "devil", meaning a malevolent spirit or demon). The term describes a person who has the boldness or courage to engage in reckless or dangerous activities, often with a sense of thrill.
Memory Tip
Think of someone who has the 'courage' ('dare') to act like a 'devil' — that's why a daredevil is someone who boldly takes risks.
Visually Confused Words
No commonly confused words.