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fearlessness
[/ˈfɪrləsnəs/]
noun
destemor
1.
The quality or state of being without fear; courage and bravery
Her fearlessness in facing the challenges inspired everyone around her.
O seu destemor ao enfrentar os desafios inspirou todos à sua volta.
2.
Absence of anxiety or apprehension; boldness
The athlete's fearlessness allowed him to take calculated risks.
O destemor do atleta permitiu-lhe correr riscos calculados.
NYC Slang
guts, nerve, balls
Synonyms
courage
bravery
intrepidity
boldness
audacity
valor
fearlessness
Antonyms
fear
cowardice
timidity
apprehension
dread
trepidation
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
destemor
Most common usage; can also use 'coragem'
Rio de Janeiro
coragem
Often preferred in colloquial speech
São Paulo
destemor
Formal and standard usage
Portugal
destemor
Standard usage; 'coragem' also acceptable
Related Idioms & Phrases
heart of a lion
nerves of steel
face one's fears
brave the storm
stand one's ground
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