Choose the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
DAUNTLESS
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → Fearless
Dauntless means brave and not put off by danger or difficulty. Its synonym is fearless. Example: The dauntless firefighters went back into the burning godown.
| Word | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| (1) Reckless | not thinking about danger or results (careless of danger, not brave in facing it) | The reckless biker jumped the red light on the highway. |
| (2) Fearless (answer) | not afraid of anything (same as dauntless) | The fearless girl stood up to the bullies in the bus. |
| (3) Timid | shy and easily frightened (the opposite of dauntless) | The timid puppy hid under the bed during Diwali. |
| (4) Tireless | working hard for a long time without getting tired | Our tireless coach trained us every morning at six. |
| Synonyms of dauntless: fearless, bold, brave, intrepid Antonyms of dauntless: timid, cowardly, fearful, faint-hearted |