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
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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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Tori Latham, Robb Report, 8 Feb. 2025
Duke was fun-loving and adventurous, always looking for new experiences.
—Contributed Content, Twin Cities, 6 Feb. 2025
Most say that means a more active and adventurous lifestyle.
—Jessica Dickler, CNBC, 3 Feb. 2025
Style-wise, the Grammys red carpet is known for being a little adventurous, with celebs taking the opportunity to have fun with their sartorial choices.
—Katherine Singh, refinery29.com, 3 Feb. 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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