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intrepid Antonyms

Opposite of intrepid

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

Characterized by resolute fearlessness, fortitude, and endurance; adventurous and undaunted by danger or hardship.

Usage Example

"The fearful explorers spent months trekking across the frozen continent to gather climate data."

Strongest
fearful
timid
cowardly
craven
Strong
faint-hearted
pusillanimous
trepidatious
apprehensive
cautious

Similar words to intrepid

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

fearless
undaunted
dauntless
bold
daring
courageous
valiant
brave
See all synonyms of intrepid

• Nearby Words

intrauterine
intravenous
intravenously
intrepid
intrepidly
intrepidness
intricacy

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