DAREDEVIL: Synonyms and Related Words. What is Another Word for DAREDEVIL?

Need another word that means the same as “daredevil”? Find 20 synonyms and 30 related words for “daredevil” in this overview.

The synonyms of “Daredevil” are: harum-scarum, hothead, lunatic, madcap, swashbuckler, adventurer, exhibitionist, temerarious, daring, bold, adventurous, audacious, courageous, brave, intrepid, fearless, undaunted, dauntless, heedless

Daredevil as a Noun

Definitions of "Daredevil" as a noun

According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “daredevil” as a noun can have the following definitions:

• A reckless person who enjoys doing dangerous things.
• A reckless impetuous irresponsible person.

Synonyms of "Daredevil" as a noun (7 Words)

adventurer	A person who enjoys taking risks. Every year adventurers attempt the Canol Trail using all manner of conveyances.
exhibitionist	Someone with a compulsive desire to expose the genitals. I am something of an exhibitionist.
harum-scarum	A reckless impetuous irresponsible person.
hothead	A reckless impetuous irresponsible person. A few hotheads urged their comrades to break the police roadblock.
lunatic	A reckless impetuous irresponsible person. This lunatic just accelerated out from the side of the road.
madcap	A reckless impetuous irresponsible person.
swashbuckler	A film or book portraying daring, romantic adventures. He was an explorer and something of a swashbuckler.

Usage Examples of "Daredevil" as a noun

• Spectators watched in horror as the nineteen-year-old daredevil smashed into the ground.

Daredevil as an Adjective

Definitions of "Daredevil" as an adjective

According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “daredevil” as an adjective can have the following definitions:

• Reckless and daring.
• Presumptuously daring.

Synonyms of "Daredevil" as an adjective (13 Words)

adventurous	Full of excitement. An adventurous traveller.
audacious	Invulnerable to fear or intimidation. Audacious explorers.
bold	Very steep; having a prominent and almost vertical front. A bold speech.
brave	Brightly colored and showy. A brave soldier.
courageous	Possessing or displaying courage; able to face and deal with danger or fear without flinching. A frank courageous heart triumphed over pain.
daring	Causing outrage or surprise by being boldly unconventional. A daring crime.
dauntless	Showing fearlessness and determination. Dauntless bravery.
fearless	Oblivious of dangers or perils or calmly resolute in facing them. A fearless crusader for animal rights.
heedless	Marked by or paying little heed or attention–Franklin D. Roosevelt. The heedless generosity and the spasmodic extravagance of persons used to large fortunes.
intrepid	Invulnerable to fear or intimidation. Intrepid pioneers.
madcap	Characterized by undue haste and lack of thought or deliberation; (`brainish’ is archaic. A madcap scheme.
temerarious	Reckless; rash. A young officer of a brave and even temerarious disposition.
undaunted	Not intimidated or discouraged by difficulty, danger, or disappointment. Undaunted in the face of death.

Usage Examples of "Daredevil" as an adjective

• A daredevil test pilot having the right stuff.
• A daredevil skydiver.

Associations of "Daredevil" (30 Words)

adventurous	Involving new ideas or methods. An adventurous traveller.
audacity	Aggressive boldness or unmitigated effrontery. He had the audacity to question my decision.
bold	A bold typeface or letter. A bold adventure.
boldly	With boldness, in a bold manner. You will have our support as long as you fight boldly against corruption.
boldness	Confidence to an impudent or presumptuous degree. They had the boldness to mock a man who had served his country.
brave	People who are brave. These six men braved the rough seas.
bravely	In a courageous manner. He has been hailed a hero after he bravely tackled a thief at a hotel.
bravery	A quality of spirit that enables you to face danger or pain without showing fear. Perhaps I ll get a medal for bravery.
courage	Strength in the face of pain or grief. He fought his illness with great courage.
courageous	Possessing or displaying courage; able to face and deal with danger or fear without flinching. Her courageous human rights work.
daringly	In an adventurous manner.
dauntless	Showing fearlessness and determination. Dauntless bravery.
gall	The contents of the gall bladder bile proverbial for its bitterness. The trade in animal parts such as bear galls.
gallant	(of a man) flirt with (a woman. Mowbray was gallanting the Polish lady.
gallantry	Gallant actions or words. A medal awarded for outstanding gallantry during the raid.
gutsy	Marked by courage and determination in the face of difficulties or danger; robust and uninhibited. A gutsy red wine.
hardy	(of a plant) able to survive outside during winter. Strawberries are hardy and easy to grow.
heroic	A verse form suited to the treatment of heroic or elevated themes dactylic hexameter or iambic pentameter. The England star is getting special treatment because of his World Cup heroics.
intrepid	Invulnerable to fear or intimidation. Intrepid pioneers.
lunatic	A person who is mentally ill (not in technical use). He would be asked to acquiesce in some lunatic scheme.
madcap	An eccentric or reckless person. Madcap escapades.
plucky	Showing courage. The plucky youngster has astounded medical staff.
robust	Strong enough to withstand or overcome intellectual challenges or adversity. The robust flavor of fresh brewed coffee.
stalwart	Loyal, reliable, and hard-working. He was of stalwart build.
stouthearted	Used especially of persons. A stouthearted fellow who had an active career in the army.
unflinching	Not showing fear or hesitation in the face of danger or difficulty. He has shown unflinching determination throughout the campaign.
valiant	Possessing or showing courage or determination. A valiant attempt to prevent the hijack.
valor	The qualities of a hero or heroine; exceptional or heroic courage when facing danger (especially in battle. He received a medal for valor.
valorous	Having or showing valor. Valorous deeds on the field of honour.
venturous	Willing to take risks or embark on difficult or unusual courses of action. Five venturous young men.