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adventuresome

/ædˈvɛn.tʃɚ.səm/
ad · ven · ture · some
Adverb:adventuresomely
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• adjective

1

Willing to take risks or try out new methods, ideas, or experiences; inclined toward adventure.

Example

"The young explorer had an adventuresome spirit that led her across three continents."

2

Involving or characterized by exciting risk, danger, or unfamiliar experiences.

Example

"Their kayak trip down the uncharted river proved to be a truly adventuresome journey."

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• Rhymes for adventuresome

• Nearby Words

adventist
adventure
adventurer
adventuresome
adventuress
adventurous
adventurously

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the mid-18th century from the noun 'adventure' (derived from Old French aventure, from Latin adventura, meaning 'things about to happen') combined with the native English adjective suffix '-some'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Adventuresome. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/adventuresome
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