Frightless

Part of speech: adjective

Definitions

1. Characterized by a state of being free from fear, embodying an unwavering bravery in situations typically seen as threatening
2. Exhibiting an absence of fear, showing remarkable composure and courage when confronted with intimidating or alarming scenarios
3. Demonstrating a lack of fear, this quality reflects an extraordinary bravery in the face of dangers or frightening circumstances

Etymology: "Frightless" is a plain formation: the noun "fright" with the suffix "-less," meaning "without," so it describes someone or something free from fright. "Fright" itself is an older English word, meaning sudden fear or alarm, and "-less" is a productive English suffix that has been attached to nouns for centuries to form adjectives like "fearless," "careless," and "heartless." The pattern makes the word easy to read at a glance, which is why it reads as a natural coinage rather than a term from older vocabulary. Its meaning follows directly from its parts: a frightless person is simply one who does not feel fright.

Synonyms: fearless, unafraid

Antonyms: afraid, fearful