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ventured

[ˈvɛntʃərd]

ventured Definition

  • 1dared to do something or go somewhere that may be dangerous or unpleasant
  • 2undertook a risky or daring journey or course of action

Using ventured: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "ventured" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She ventured into the unknown territory alone.

  • Example

    He ventured his life savings on a new business idea.

  • Example

    The explorers ventured deep into the jungle.

  • Example

    I ventured out in the storm to get some groceries.

ventured Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for ventured

Idioms Using ventured

  • if you don't take risks, you won't achieve anything

    Example

    He decided to invest in the stock market, thinking that nothing ventured, nothing gained.

  • to make a guess or estimate about something without having all the facts

    Example

    I can't be sure, but I would venture a guess that he's around 30 years old.

  • to try to do something that is too difficult or beyond one's abilities

    Example

    She thought she could handle the advanced class, but soon realized she had ventured out of her depth.

Phrases with ventured

  • venture capital

    money invested in a new business venture, especially when there is a risk of loss

    Example

    The startup was able to secure $1 million in venture capital funding.

  • to go out or leave a safe or comfortable place, especially in order to do something new or exciting

    Example

    After months of isolation, she finally ventured forth into the world again.

  • to go somewhere or do something that involves risk or danger

    Example

    The team ventured into the cave, hoping to find the treasure.

Origins of ventured

from Old French 'aventurer', meaning 'to risk'

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Summary: ventured in Brief

'Ventured' [ˈvɛntʃərd] means to undertake a risky or daring journey or course of action. It implies daring to do something that may be dangerous or unpleasant, as in 'She ventured into the unknown territory alone.' The phrase 'nothing ventured, nothing gained' encapsulates the idea that taking risks is necessary for success. 'Venture' extends into phrases like 'venture capital,' and idioms like 'venture a guess,' denoting making an estimate without all the facts.