Adventure meaning

What does “adventure” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“adventure” is a noun and verb with 3 meanings. Its most common meaning is: a wild and exciting undertaking (not necessarily lawful).

adventure

noun

a wild and exciting undertaking (not necessarily lawful)
Synonymsescapade risky venture dangerous undertaking

verb

take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome
“When you buy these stocks you are gambling”
Synonymsgamble chance risk hazard take chances run a risk take a chance
put at risk
“I will stake my good reputation for this”
Synonymsventure hazard stake jeopardize

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University

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