Learn how to use the comparative “more adventurous” and superlative “most adventurous” with example sentences and differences.

What is the comparative form of “adventurous”?

The comparative form of “adventurous” is “more adventurous”.

Example

Traveling to new countries is more adventurous than staying at home.

Example

Skydiving is more adventurous than bungee jumping.

What is the superlative form of “adventurous”?

The superlative form of “adventurous” is “most adventurous”.

Example

Among all the activities, mountain climbing is the most adventurous.

Example

The backpacking trip was the most adventurous experience of my life.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

"Most" and "more" are used with "adventurous" to form the comparatives and superlatives. The forms "more adventurous" and "most adventurous" are commonly used to indicate a higher degree of risk or excitement.

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

"Adventurous" follows the regular pattern of using "more" and "most" for forming comparatives and superlatives.

Expressions with similar meanings to “more adventurous”

more daring

Used to describe something that involves more risk or excitement.

Example

Rock climbing is more daring than hiking.

more bold

Used to indicate that something is more courageous or fearless.

Example

White-water rafting is more bold than kayaking.

Expressions with similar meanings to “most adventurous”

most daring

Used to describe something that involves the most risk or excitement.

Example

Base jumping is the most daring activity I can think of.

most bold

Used to indicate that something is the most courageous or fearless.

Example

Swimming with sharks is the most bold thing I've ever done.

Using than with comparative “more adventurous”

When using the comparative form "more adventurous" to compare two things, you would use "than" to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "Traveling to new countries is more adventurous than staying at home." Here, "than" is used to show that the level of risk or excitement in "traveling to new countries" is higher than the level of risk or excitement in "staying at home."

How can I use this expression in context?

“more adventurous” and “most adventurous” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.

• 1. Travel

  Exploring remote destinations is more adventurous than visiting popular tourist spots.

  Exploring remote destinations is more adventurous than visiting popular tourist spots.

• 2. Outdoor Activities

  Rock climbing is the most adventurous sport I've tried.

  Rock climbing is the most adventurous sport I've tried.

• 3. Hobbies

  Scuba diving is more adventurous than snorkeling.

  Scuba diving is more adventurous than snorkeling.

• 4. Experiences

  Living abroad is the most adventurous thing I've ever done.

  Living abroad is the most adventurous thing I've ever done.

Related idioms and phrases

Take a leap of faith

To take a risk or make a decision without knowing the outcome.

Example

She decided to take a leap of faith and start her own business.

Live life on the edge

To live in a daring or risky way, often seeking excitement or thrills.

Example

He loves to live life on the edge by participating in extreme sports.