GRE Word List

VENTURESOME

inclined to court or incur risk or danger : daring

The meaning of the word venturesome is inclined to court or incur risk or danger : daring.

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WordMeaning
versatileembracing a variety of subjects, fields, or skills
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wrangleto dispute angrily or peevishly : bicker
hecklerone who heckles someone (such as a performer or speaker) usually by shouting criticisms or insults
forestallto exclude, hinder, or prevent (something) by prior occupation or measures
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thriftygiven to or marked by economy and good management
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