adventurer
noun
ad·ven·tur·er
əd-ˈven-ch(ə-)rər 
1
: someone who seeks dangerous or exciting experiences : a person who looks for adventures: such as
b
: one who engages in risky commercial enterprises for profit
2
somewhat old-fashioned
: one who seeks unmerited wealth or position especially by playing on the credulity or prejudice of others
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Often these stories are sad tales of adventurers suffering injuries or losing their lives.
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Frederick Dreier, Outside Online, 21 Feb. 2025
Along for the ride will be fellow adventurers Eric Philips of Australia, Jannicke Mikkelsen of Norway and Rabea Rogge of Germany.
—Richard Tribou, Orlando Sentinel, 21 Feb. 2025
As the company continues to push the boundaries of human spaceflight, the participation of industry leaders, scientists, and adventurers highlights the growing intersection of technology, research, and private enterprise in the space industry.
—Valerie Stimac, Forbes, 19 Feb. 2025
For over a century, this exclusive society has served as a haven for those driven by an insatiable curiosity, where adventurers, scientists, and, yes, even billionaires converge to share tales of daring exploits and groundbreaking discoveries.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 13 Feb. 2025
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Frederick Dreier, Outside Online, 21 Feb. 2025
Along for the ride will be fellow adventurers Eric Philips of Australia, Jannicke Mikkelsen of Norway and Rabea Rogge of Germany.
—Richard Tribou, Orlando Sentinel, 21 Feb. 2025
As the company continues to push the boundaries of human spaceflight, the participation of industry leaders, scientists, and adventurers highlights the growing intersection of technology, research, and private enterprise in the space industry.
—Valerie Stimac, Forbes, 19 Feb. 2025
For over a century, this exclusive society has served as a haven for those driven by an insatiable curiosity, where adventurers, scientists, and, yes, even billionaires converge to share tales of daring exploits and groundbreaking discoveries.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 13 Feb. 2025
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adventurer
noun
ad·ven·tur·er
əd-ˈvench-(ə-)rər
1
: a person who looks for adventures
2
: a person who tries to become wealthy or powerful by trickery
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