fearlessness

noun

Definition of fearlessnessnext
as in courage
strength of mind to carry on in spite of danger the admirable fearlessness shown by the pioneers of the civil rights movement

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Recent Examples of fearlessness That fearlessness wasn’t always part of her DNA. — The Editors, Robb Report, 27 June 2026 As is often the case, Cena’s comedic fearlessness is fully on display. — Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 27 June 2026 His authentic character and fearlessness in the face of adversity will live on forever through this distinguished award. — Tom Ignudo, CBS News, 1 July 2026 America’s dominance in science depends on its willingness to invest in ambitious ideas — and on its researchers’ fearlessness in pursuing questions that might take years or even decades to answer. — Lisa Jarvis, Mercury News, 27 June 2026 The story of Game Two should also feature Jose Alvarado, who scored all of two points and played only ten minutes but seemed to discombobulate the Spurs with his fearlessness and his speed. — Louisa Thomas, New Yorker, 7 June 2026 With fearlessness and an uncanny ability to learn on the fly, Allison Tilly turned an emergency situation into a championship-winning week to remember for Lemont. — Steve Millar, Chicago Tribune, 30 May 2026 If coach Marco Sturm likes Clifton’s skating, physicality and fearlessness next to Nikita Zadorov, the Bruins’ third pair could have opponents stuck in line for postgame ice bags. — Fluto Shinzawa, New York Times, 2 July 2026 Her political outspokenness and fearlessness in challenging the danger women face in flaunting their sexuality, particularly in her native Argentina, is one of her strengths, as is her ability to imagine a new world where that violence doesn’t exist. — E.r. Pulgar, Pitchfork, 11 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fearlessness
  1. courage
  2. bravery
  3. heroism
  4. courageousness
  5. gallantry
  6. prowess
Noun
  • Their courage quickly wavers in the face of the location’s eerie atmosphere and the deafening sound of cicadas.
    — Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 2 July 2026
  • That courage is greater than talent, and people remember who had it.
    — Jason Walker PsyD, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
Definition of courage
Noun
  • The revolutionary leaders proved their character with sacrifice and bravery.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026
  • Without their bravery and will to stand up to England, the most powerful military force in history up to that time, and fight for their right to be free, our United States of America would be a much different place.
    — Richard Lederer, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 July 2026
Definition of bravery
Noun
  • Kara is addicted to drowning her sorrows and avoiding responsibility, but learns to embrace heroism after embarking on a quest for revenge alongside Ruthye (Eve Ridley).
    — Dani Di Placido, Forbes.com, 27 June 2026
  • The medal is North America's highest honor for civilian heroism.
    — Brittney Melton, NPR, 24 June 2026
Definition of heroism
Noun
  • That mix of stubbornness and courageousness is what endeared Snider to fans and peers alike.
    — Joseph Hudak, Rolling Stone, 15 Nov. 2025
Definition of courageousness
Noun
  • During the reception, Princess Kate shared an emotional moment with Tony Gledhill, a former Metropolitan Police officer who received the George Cross for gallantry in 1966.
    — Helen Murphy, PEOPLE, 22 Apr. 2026
  • In 2020, Magawa received the PDSA Dickin medal for gallantry, which recognizes heroism in animals.
    — Brie Stimson, FOXNews.com, 12 Apr. 2026
Definition of gallantry
Noun
  • Born Joseph Frank Keaton, the actor was a star of vaudeville and early film, known for his prowess at physical comedy and stunt work.
    — Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 4 July 2026
  • SpaceX, his rocket company, has made genuine progress in aerospace, and their rocket-launching prowess has allowed Musk to create Starlink, the satellite company.
    — Charlie Warzel, The Atlantic, 3 July 2026
Definition of prowess

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