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fearlessly

C2
adverb

Pronunciation

UK

  • /fˈiələsli/

US

  • /fˈɪrləsli/

Description

To act fearlessly is not about never feeling fear. It is about moving forward despite it. Think of a tightrope walker, heart pounding, but still taking that first step. Or a young knight going into a dark forest to rescue a princess. They might be scared, but they do not let fear stop them.

"Fearlessly" often describes someone who is brave and determined in the face of danger or difficulty. It often implies a willingness to take risks or push past limits. You might see a politician speak fearlessly about unpopular truths, or an artist create fearlessly by trying new styles. The word suggests an inner strength that helps someone keep going without being held back by fear.

Examples

  1. 1

    Public speaking

    She climbed onto the stage and spoke fearlessly to the crowd.

  2. 2

    Journalism

    The journalist kept asking fearlessly difficult questions.

  3. 3

    Family defense

    He defended his younger brother fearlessly when the other kids started laughing.

  4. 4

    Business risk

    The company moved fearlessly into a new market, even during a difficult year.

  5. 5

    Memoir writing

    In her memoir, she writes fearlessly about grief, failure, and regret.

Forms and spellings

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Main spelling

  • fearlesslyadverb