mettlesome
Group 23Difficulty 3/3
Definition
- (adjective)
- Full of spirit and courage; plucky GRE
Example in Context
The mettlesome young journalist refused to drop the story despite receiving anonymous threats that would have intimidated a less courageous reporter.
Synonyms
spiritedbravebold
Etymology
Having a spirit or courage that shows through one's actions.
- mettle (Middle English) — spirit
Memory Aid
⚔️Sounds like “metal some”
Imagine a knight made of METAL who is so METTLESOME that he challenges dragons to a dance-off!
Visual Association
🦸♂️A superhero soaring through the skies, full of courage and determination.
Semantic Clusters
Synonym Groups
Frequently Asked Questions
What does “mettlesome” mean on the GRE?
mettlesome (adjective) means “Full of spirit and courage; plucky”. The mettlesome young journalist refused to drop the story despite receiving anonymous threats that would have intimidated a less courageous reporter.
How to remember “mettlesome” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “mettlesome” sounds like “metal some”. Imagine a knight made of METAL who is so METTLESOME that he challenges dragons to a dance-off!
What are synonyms for “mettlesome”?
Common synonyms: spirited, brave, bold.