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Grammar : Noun
Spell : in-trep-id
Phonetic Transcription : ɪnˈtrɛp ɪd



Definition of intrepidity

Origin :
  • 1704, from intrepid + -ity.
  • noun courage
Example sentences :
  • Nothing, however, could check the intrepidity with which they advanced.
  • Extract from : « The Life of Horatio Lord Nelson » by Robert Southey
  • Intrepidity is one of the least shining strokes in his character.
  • Extract from : « The Memoirs of Count Grammont, Complete » by Anthony Hamilton
  • They had been selected for their intrepidity and hardihood from all the towns.
  • Extract from : « King Philip » by John S. C. (John Stevens Cabot) Abbott
  • He bore upon his person the stamp of intrepidity and assurance.
  • Extract from : « The Historical Nights Entertainment, Second Series » by Rafael Sabatini
  • And it was intrepid, but in this intrepidity there was nothing aggressive.
  • Extract from : « Under Western Eyes » by Joseph Conrad
  • He was saved and carried on board the 'Regulus' by the intrepidity of young Dill.
  • Extract from : « Barrington » by Charles James Lever
  • Give a proof of your valour, of your intrepidity, of your courage!
  • Extract from : « "Unto Caesar" » by Baroness Emmuska Orczy
  • Hitherto he had been untried either as to his tactics or his intrepidity.
  • Extract from : « The Life of Napoleon Bonaparte » by William Milligan Sloane
  • It is only in view of this circumstance, that his intrepidity can be appreciated.
  • Extract from : « A Modern History, From the Time of Luther to the Fall of Napoleon » by John Lord, A.M.
  • It was only that intrepidity of self-command which he had failed to allow for.
  • Extract from : « The Sign of the Spider » by Bertram Mitford

Synonyms for intrepidity

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