daredevil

/ˈdærˌdɛvəl/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who engages in or is characterized by reckless and daring behavior, especially in sports or stunts.

“The daredevil motorcyclist performed a death-defying stunt on live television.”

2. adjective

Characterized by or showing reckless and daring behavior.

“He was a daredevil driver who often drove at high speeds on the highway.”

Synonyms

  • adventurer
  • risk-taker
  • thrill-seeker

Antonyms

  • coward
  • timid