Learn how to use the comparative “less afraid” and superlative “fearless” with example sentences and differences.

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Notes from a Native English Speaker

Comparative adjectives help us to describe how good or bad something is when compared to something else. For example, something is taller than something else. Superlative adjectives help us to describe something as having the most or least of a particular characteristic within a group. This makes it easier and more accurate to talk about and compare things.

What is the comparative form of “unafraid”?

The comparative form of “unafraid” is “less afraid”.

Example

She is less afraid of spiders now than she was before.

Example

He became less afraid of public speaking after taking a course.

What is the superlative form of “unafraid”?

The superlative form of “unafraid” is “fearless”.

Example

She is considered the most fearless person in the group.

Example

He is known as the most fearless stuntman in the industry.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

"Most" and "more" are not used with "unafraid," "less afraid," "brave," and "fearless." Instead, "less afraid" and "most fearless" are the appropriate comparatives and superlatives for "unafraid." Using "most unafraid" or "more unafraid" would be grammatically incorrect.

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

"Unafraid" has a regular comparative and superlative form. It follows the pattern: - Comparative form: Unafraid → Less afraid - Superlative form: Unafraid → Fearless

Expressions with similar meanings to “less afraid”

Used to describe someone who is more courageous or fearless.

Example

She became braver and faced her fears head-on.

Used to describe someone who has the ability to face danger or difficulty without fear.

Example

The firefighters showed courageous bravery in rescuing the trapped victims.

Used to describe someone who is not afraid or intimidated by anything.

Example

He fearlessly confronted the bully and stood up for himself.

Expressions with similar meanings to “fearless”

Used to describe someone who is the most courageous or fearless.

Example

She proved to be the bravest of them all, facing danger without hesitation.

Used to describe someone who displays the highest level of bravery and fearlessness.

Example

The soldier showed the most courageous act by saving his comrades under heavy fire.

Used to describe someone who is completely without fear.

Example

He is the most fearless person I know, always taking risks without hesitation.

Using than with comparative “less afraid”

When using the comparative form "less afraid" to compare two levels of fear, you would use "than" to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "She is less afraid of spiders now than she was before." Here, "than" is used to show that the level of fear she currently experiences is lower than the level of fear she experienced before.

How can I use this expression in context?

“less afraid” and “fearless” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.
  • 1Facing Fears

    He became less afraid of heights after conquering his fear of climbing.

    He became less afraid of heights after conquering his fear of climbing.

  • 2Courageous Acts

    She performed the most fearless stunt in the movie.

    She performed the most fearless stunt in the movie.

  • 3Fearlessness

    He showed fearless determination in the face of danger.

    He showed fearless determination in the face of danger.

  • 4Overcoming Fear

    She became braver and faced her fears head-on.

    She became braver and faced her fears head-on.

Related idioms and phrases

Face your fears

To confront and overcome one's fears.

Example

She decided to face her fears and go skydiving.

No fear

To have no fear or be unafraid.

Example

He jumped off the cliff with no fear.

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