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INTREPID =
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(adjective) extremely brave and showing no fear of dangerous situations, not vulnerable to fear or intimidation
Synonyms: fearless, undaunted, perseverant, persistent, brave, courageous, bold, daring, heroic Antonyms: fearful, timid, cowardly Examples: Achilles was a brilliant and intrepid warrior. After the market crash, only a handful of intrepid investors put money in tech-stocks. Lisa is an intrepid journalist who often reported from deep in the war zone, but never seemed afraid for her life. |
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(noun) a strong liking for or tendency toward something, especially something that others may not look favorably on, liking or tendency: a strong liking, taste, or tendency for something.
Synonyms: inclination, affinity, tendency, predisposition Antonyms: disinclination, dislike Examples: John’s penchant for taking clients to expensive restaurants is costing our company too much money. Frank has a penchant for showing up late to meetings, but I don’t think he realizes how inconsiderate that is. Joanne has a penchant for drinking too much wine and acting silly at parties. |
