The difference between Daredevil and Timorous
When used as adjectives, daredevil means recklessly bold, whereas timorous means fearful.
Daredevil is also noun with the meaning: a person who engages in very risky behavior, especially one who is motivated by a craving for excitement or attention.
check bellow for the other definitions of Daredevil and Timorous
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Daredevil as a noun:
A person who engages in very risky behavior, especially one who is motivated by a craving for excitement or attention.
Examples:
"synonyms: adrenaline junkie adventurer thrill seeker"
"Even as a youngster, Steven was a bit of a daredevil riding up homemade wooden ramps on his BMX."
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Daredevil as an adjective:
Recklessly bold; adventurous.
Examples:
"The climatic scene of “Rebel without a Cause” is the group of very daredevil teens playing chicken."
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Timorous as an adjective:
fearful; afraid; timid