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Someone who is brave and willing to take risks

heroine

noun

a woman who is admired for doing something very brave or good

hero

noun

someone who has done something brave, for example saving a person’s life or risking their own life

adventurer

noun

someone who enjoys having adventures

tough guy

noun

a strong man who can deal with difficult or violent situations

daredevil

noun

someone who does dangerous things for enjoyment and does not worry about the risk

man

noun

someone who is strong and brave, as a man is traditionally expected to be

gambler

noun

someone who is ready to take risks in order to be more successful

badass

noun

someone who can deal with difficult or dangerous situations without being afraid

lion

noun

someone who is powerful, impressive, or brave

risk-taker

noun

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