intrepidity Meaning, Definition & Usage

In`tre*pid"i*ty noun

Etymology

Cf. F. intrépidité.

Definitions

1. The quality or state of being intrepid; fearless bravery; courage; resoluteness; valor.

   Sir Roger had acquitted himself of two or three sentences with a look of much business and great intrepidity. Addison.

   Syn. -- Courage; heroism; bravery; fortitude; gallantry; valor. See Courage, Heroism.