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unerschrocken

intrepid, undaunted

adjective un-er-SHRO-ken Rare
Descriptions & Qualities Quality

Also means

fearless, dauntless

Usage Note

Unerschrocken describes someone who does not flinch or back down in the face of danger or opposition. It is a literary and formal word with positive connotations, often used to praise courage under pressure in journalistic or narrative writing.

Examples

"Die unerschrockene Reporterin betrat das Kriegsgebiet ohne Zögern."

Natural Translation

The undaunted reporter entered the war zone without hesitation.

Literal Translation

The fearless reporter entered the war-area without hesitating.

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