Meaning · adjective
reckless, daring
- acting with excessive boldness and disregard for danger
- involving high risk; rash or audacious
In a sentence
È stato temerario guidare su quella strada ghiacciata.
It was reckless to drive on that icy road.
Non intraprendere un viaggio così temerario senza una guida esperta.
Do not undertake such a daring journey without an experienced guide.
Il pilota ha compiuto una manovra davvero temeraria.
The pilot performed a truly daring maneuver.
Word forms (4)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| temerario | masculine · singular |
| temeraria | feminine · singular |
| temerari | masculine · plural |
| temerarie | feminine · plural |
Usage notes
- Suggests courage that borders on recklessness or imprudence.
- Can also be used as a noun meaning 'daredevil' or 'reckless person'.