Venturous
What it means
Boldly willing to explore unfamiliar or risky possibilities.
Reach for it when praising a willingness to attempt uncertain, demanding, or novel things
The venturous researcher tested a promising method others had overlooked.
Words to choose between 6
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everyday
Fits when new experiences are embraced with enthusiasm
Careful Adventure may be recreational rather than risky.
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everyday
Fits when confidence breaks through hesitation
Careful Bold action may be blunt or reckless.
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warm
Fits when courage enables a bold attempt
Careful Daring can value spectacle over judgment.
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professional
Fits when initiative pursues practical opportunity
Careful Enterprise is goal-driven, not simply exploratory.
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formal
Fits when the attempt challenges accepted limits
Careful Audacious often hints at shock or insolence.
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literary
Fits when fearless persistence suits elevated praise
Careful Intrepid can overstate ordinary experimentation.
Opposites 3
- timid
- risk-averse
- unadventurous
Common phrases 3
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venturous spirit
Her venturous spirit led the survey beyond the familiar routes.
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venturous plan
The venturous plan paired ambitious design with staged safety checks.
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venturous traveler
A venturous traveler, Ivo learned enough local language to travel slowly.
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