What is another word for ventured?

Common synonyms for ventured include embark, hazard, pretend, venture, jeopardize.

What is the opposite of ventured?

Antonyms of ventured include stayed, remained, hesitated, retreated, withdrew.

Synonyms for

/ ˈventʃɜ:d / Another word for ventured — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

embark hazard pretend venture jeopardize stake adventure guess

Formal

dared risked undertook attempted

Informal

went for it took a chance had a go

Literary

foreshadowed presaged

stayed remained hesitated retreated withdrew avoided shied

Usage note

Often used to describe taking a risk or going somewhere new or potentially dangerous. Can imply courage or foolhardiness depending on context.

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