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adventure Definition

ad·ven·ture (ad ven′c̸hər, əd-)

noun

  1. the encountering of danger
  2. a daring, hazardous undertaking
  3. an unusual, stirring experience, often of a romantic nature
  4. a venture or speculation in business or finance
  5. a liking for danger, excitement, etc. a man full of adventure

Etymology: ME aventure < OFr < VL *adventura, lit., a happening < L advenire: see Advent

transitive verb -·tured, -·tur·ing

  1. to put in danger; risk; venture
  2. to be bold about; dare

intransitive verb

  1. to engage in daring undertakings
  2. to take a risk

adventure Synonyms

adventure

n.

exploit, venture, escapade, experience; see enterprise 1, event 1, 2, venture.

adventure Law Definition

n

Any commercial or financial venture involving speculation or risk. See also joint venture.

adventure Usage Examples

Preposition: of

lifetime: Photo Mungo Ross July last year I left for Tanzania for what was to be an adventure of a lifetime.

Converse of object

  • invent: Together, they provide all the characters and props children need to invent endless adventures.
  • recount: The man who, so far as we know, first recounted the romantic adventures of Arthur's knights, Gawain.

Adjective modifier

  • thrilling: Review: I went into the book expecting a thrilling spy adventure a la James Bond or Jason Bourne.
  • action-packed: There's something for everyone on this action-packed family adventure designed exclusively for parents traveling with their children.
  • swashbuckling: C: People who like swashbuckling adventures whatever precisely they are.
  • outdoor: They are also good preparation and follow-up for more ' traditional ' outdoor adventures.
  • magical: Millions of children across the globe are enjoying the magical adventures of Harry Potter.
  • amazing: Tour Scotland on a small group tour this year for an amazing adventure!

Modifies a noun

  • playground: A adventure playground is located next to the main building.
  • expedition: The Peru Expedition is an excellent program if you are looking to do an adventure expedition in South America.
  • holiday: The voyages are hugely exhilarating - a real adventure holiday for everyone on board.
  • travel: The prize is being organized by experienced South African adventure travel company African Ample Assistance.
  • racing: Rock climbing, triathlons and adventure racing have all been attempted successfully.

Noun used with modifier

  • epic: Bill must survive against the elements in an epic adventure behind enemy lines.
  • arcade: For those reasons the game can be called an arcade adventure, on a par with Jet Set Willy and Manic Miner.
  • sci-fi: It's a fast-paced, thrilling sci-fi adventure in its own right.
  • fantasy: The Quentaris Chronicles is a new fantasy adventure series - with a twist.
  • sea-faring: Our sea-faring adventures hanson who will cruise are those.
  • off-road: Whatever kind of event you have in mind, Leisure Pursuits is the place to go for an off-road adventure to remember.