mettlesome

• Décrit une personne pleine de courage, d'esprit et de détermination.

Describes a person who is full of courage, spirit, and determination.

1. Proud and unbroken spiritC2formal

   Having a spirited, courageous, and resilient character that refuses to be subdued.

   Au caractère indomptable

   • The mettlesome horse refused to be tamed by anyone.
   • Her mettlesome attitude helped her overcome every obstacle.
   • He was a mettlesome leader who never backed down from a challenge.

   Synonymescourageousfeistygallanthigh-spiritedindomitableintrepidpluckyresilientspiritedunconquerable

   Antonymescowardlycravenfaintheartedlily-liveredpusillanimousspiritlesstimid

2. Willing to face dangerC2formal

   Showing bravery and a readiness to confront risky or dangerous situations.

   hardi

   • The mettlesome soldier volunteered for the dangerous mission.
   • Only the most mettlesome explorers dared to venture into the unknown territory.
   • Her mettlesome nature made her an excellent firefighter.

   Synonymesboldbravecourageousdaringfearlessgallantheroicintrepidpluckyvaliant

   Antonymescowardlycravenfearfultimid