Definitions

chin-up

[chin-uhp] / ˈtʃɪnˌʌp /

ADJECTIVE

brave

Synonyms

STRONGEST

adventurous audacious confident courageous daring dashing fearless foolhardy gallant gutsy heroic reckless resolute spirited spunky stout strong valiant

STRONG

firm forward game hardy militant stalwart

WEAK

chivalrous dauntless defiant doughty gritty herolike imprudent indomitable intrepid lionhearted nervy plucky stouthearted unabashed unafraid unblenching undauntable undaunted undismayed unfearful valorous venturesome

Antonyms

STRONGEST

afraid careful cautious cowardly fearful irresolute meek mild shy timid unadventurous weak

WEAK

frightened humble reticent retiring

ADJECTIVE

gutsy

Synonyms

STRONGEST

adventurous audacious bold courageous daring fearless gallant gritty heroic

WEAK

chivalrous confident dashing dauntless defiant doughty firm foolhardy fortitudinous forward game hardy herolike imprudent indomitable intrepid

Antonyms

STRONGEST

afraid cautious cowardly fearful meek shy timid unadventurous weak

Example Sentences

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He flung an arm around my shoulder, Chin-up, slugger! style.

From Salon • Jul. 12, 2019