Intrepid and Spineless

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Intrepid adjective - Feeling or displaying no fear by temperament.

Usage example: an intrepid explorer who probed parts of the rain forest never previously attempted

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Spineless is an antonym for intrepid.

Nearby Word: intrepidity

Spineless adjective - Having or showing a shameful lack of courage.

Usage example: spineless seamen who trembled at the first roar of the cannon

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Intrepid is an antonym for spineless.

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