adventurous
adjective
ad·ven·tur·ous
əd-ˈven-ch(ə-)rəs 
1
a
: disposed to seek adventure or to cope with the new and unknown
an adventurous explorer
b
: innovative
an adventurous artistic style
2
: characterized by unknown dangers and risks
an adventurous journey
adventurously
adverb
adventurousness
noun
Examples of adventurous in a Sentence
The island attracts adventurous travelers.
He is an adventurous cook who is always trying new recipes.
Her design is an adventurous departure from what we usually see.
They have an adventurous lifestyle.
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Joseph Hudak, Rolling Stone, 6 June 2025
The dancer dreams of one day starting a travel TV show with his adventurous pup, on which they ping-pong around the world, helping to rescue stray animals and exploring the dances and cultures of other countries.
—Kelli Bender, People.com, 6 June 2025
Their tunnels are more adventurous than any ride in Orlando.
—Steve Bender, Southern Living, 4 June 2025
Jeep Large Trunk Expandable Spinner, $349.99 For the adventurer
Designed to mirror the adventurous spirit of the Jeep brand, this large trunk boasts an ultra-tough exterior, a spacious interior for overpackers and 360-degree wheels that make maneuvering through airports and campgrounds a breeze.
—Daniella Gray, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 June 2025
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“Adventurous.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/adventurous. Accessed 15 Jun. 2025.
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adventurous
adjective
ad·ven·tur·ous
əd-ˈvench-(ə-)rəs
1
: ready to take risks or to deal with the new and unknown
adventurous explorers
2
: having unknown dangers and risks
an adventurous voyage
adventurously
adverb
adventurousness
noun
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