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Antonyms for unfearful


Grammar : Adj
Spell : feer-fuhl
Phonetic Transcription : ˈfɪər fəl



Definition of unfearful

Origin :
  • mid-14c., "causing fear," from fear + -ful. Meaning "full of fear, timid" (now less common) also is from mid-14c. As a mere emphatic, from 1630s. Related: Fearfully; fearfulness.
  • As in plucky : adj brave
  • As in stouthearted : adj brave, courageous
  • As in brave : adj bold
  • As in gutsy : adj bold, brave
Example sentences :
  • The whole thing was extraordinary and curious but unfearful, a storm of wind seemed blowing in her face.
  • Extract from : « The Ghost Girl » by H. De Vere Stacpoole

Synonyms for unfearful

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