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adventure

|ad-ven-ture|

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/ədˈvɛntʃər/

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/ədˈvɛntʃə/

exciting experience

Etymology
Etymology Information

'adventure' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'aventure,' where 'avenir' meant 'to come.'

Historical Evolution

'aventure' transformed into the Middle English word 'adventure,' and eventually became the modern English word 'adventure.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'chance or luck,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'an exciting or hazardous experience.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

an unusual and exciting, typically hazardous, experience or activity.

They embarked on an adventure to explore the Amazon rainforest.

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Verb 1

to engage in hazardous and exciting activity, especially the exploration of unknown territory.

They decided to adventure into the uncharted waters.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39