fearless

adjective

fear·​less ˈfir-ləs How to pronounce fearless (audio)
: 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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Our evolution lives in fabric, form and fearless self-expression. Karissa Mitchell, Essence, 25 July 2025 At the top were leaders like the character played by Matthew McConaughey—fast-talking, endlessly confident, seemingly fearless. Aytekin Tank, Forbes.com, 24 July 2025 Snub: The Cast of ‘Righteous Gemstones’ TV’s brashest comedy ended its four-season run this season, and its fearless cast was never afraid to go to places both sublime and ridiculous. William Earl, Variety, 15 July 2025 However, York is already a fearless box defender and trusted tackler at a young age. 15. Nick Baumgardner, New York Times, 10 July 2025 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 29 Jul. 2025.

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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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