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unafraid

Elementary (A2)

IPA: /ˌʌnəˈfreɪd/

KK: /ʌnəˈfreɪd/

adjective
Definition

Not feeling or showing any fear; brave and confident.


Example

She was unafraid to speak her mind in front of the crowd.


Conversation
Sloth A
I really admire how you are so unafraid to try new things.
Sloth B
Thanks! I think it's important to step out of your comfort zone.
Sloth A
Yeah, being unafraid can lead to some amazing experiences.
Sloth B
Absolutely! It makes life so much more exciting.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
brave
bold
fearless
Antonyms
afraid
timid
cowardly
Root Explanation

**Unafraid** → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "afraid" (from Old English *afræd*, meaning frightened or fearful). The word "unafraid" means not feeling fear or being free from fear.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') feeling 'frightened' ('afræd') — that's why unafraid means not feeling fear.

Visually Confused Words
afraid
unfried
unfrail
unbraid
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