Monday, April 11, 2016

I is for Intrepid - Pioneer Women in Aviation: A-Z Challenge

I-n-t-r-e-p-i-d  - the word I've chosen to describe the amazing female aviators in this theme. What do you think?

Fearless; Adventurous (often used for rhetorical or humorous effect).

Synonyms: fearless, unafraid, undaunted, unflinching, unshrinking, bold, daring, gallant, audacious, adventurous, heroic, dynamic, spirited, indomitable; brave, courageous, valiant, valorous, stouthearted, stalwart, plucky, doughty.

Informal; gutsy, gutty, spunky, ballsy 



The Opposite of the antonym ‘Timid 


Origin

USE Today

Compared 
to Past





Source: Google

20 comments:

  1. You described these women very wel indeed.
    Yvonne.

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. It's the first word to come to mind but it also fits for the letter 'i' No aviators found!

      Delete
  2. Great word for them. We can't imagine today how hard it would have been to break down those barriers back then.

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. They did a great job breaking down those barriers :)

      Delete
  3. Nice word analysis. It's a shame it's frequency of use has declined over the years - it's such a lovely word

    Open Minded Mormon A-Z

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. I found that interesting too. Maybe we can bring it back. Thanks for visiting!

      Delete
  4. "Intrepid" is a good word to describe the pioneering women of aviation. Sometimes I feel intrepid just flying on airlines.

    Arlee Bird
    A to Z Challenge Co-host
    Tossing It Out

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Ha-ha. I hear you. I'm my husband's white-knuckled companion!

      Delete
  5. Sharon, Pioneer women of that era had to be intrepid to succeed. Impressive "I" word choice and A2Z theme. Thank you for your recent visit!

    ~Curious as a Cathy
    All Things Vintage: Ivory Soap #AprilA2Z

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. I'm glad you agree. Would love to add Intrepid to my own description. These women have inspired me! Thanks for visiting back.

      Delete
  6. All of the women you've posted about have be intrepid. What wonderful stories they left for us to discover. So glad you chose this theme.

    ReplyDelete
  7. Perfect word. Synonyms are good descriptions, too--these women amaze us, and inspire us!

    ReplyDelete
  8. It's one of my favorite words! Happy to see it here. =D

    Boldly Going Through the Alphabet!
    @shanjeniah
    Part-Time Minion for Holton's Heroes
    shanjeniah's Lovely Chaos

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Do not use much, but I'm starting to. Thanks for visiting.

      Delete
  9. Trying to catch up...unexpected visitors plus my mom has kept me away. Love this word because it's perfect for the women you are showcasing here.

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. I know how you feel!! Hang in there.
      Intrepid was first word to come to mind :)

      Delete
  10. Intrepid - those who are innovative and inspired to follow their dreams - I nearly wrote instinct but I'll leave it out. Thanks Sharon your women are that indeed.

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Have enjoyed their stories a lot. All so different, yet much in common too.Thanks!

      Delete

"Stay" is a charming word in a friend's vocabulary
(A.B. Alcott). Stay and visit awhile. Your comments mean a lot to me.

About Me

My photo
You could call me an eternal optimist, but I'm really just a dreamer. l believe in dream fulfillment, because 'sometimes' dreams come true. This is a blog about my journey as a writer and things that inspire and motivate me.