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fearlessness Antonyms

Opposite of fearlessness

Pinning down the opposite of fearlessness requires matching its exact sense, so the antonyms and opposite words below are paired with a clear noun definition and ranked by contrast strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

The quality or state of being completely unafraid and resolute in the face of danger, difficulty, or risk.

Usage Example

"The rescue team demonstrated remarkable fearfulness while navigating the treacherous mountain pass."

Strongest
fearfulness
cowardice
timidity
Strong
fear
trepidation
pusillanimity
apprehension

Similar words to fearlessness

Words similar to fearlessness shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

intrepidity
dauntlessness
bravery
courage
boldness
valour
audacity
daring
See all synonyms of fearlessness

• Nearby Words

fearfulness
fearless
fearlessly
fearlessness
fearmonger
fearmongering
fearsome

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Fearlessness. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/fearlessness
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