Adventurous vs Adventourous
Learn why “Adventurous” is correct and why “Adventourous” is a mispronounced-based mistake.
Adventourous
Incorrect spelling - “Adventourous” incorrectly adds “tour” because of pronunciation confusion.
"Adventourous" is a common misspelling of "Adventurous". Always use "Adventurous" when referring to the correct word.
Adventurous
Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.
Means bold, daring, or willing to try new things.
Definition of Adventurous
"Adventurous": Means bold, daring, or willing to try new things.
This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.
Synonyms for Adventurous
- • daring
- • risk-taking
- • exploratory
Usage Examples
"Correct:" He enjoys living an adventurous life.
"Correct:" That was an adventurous trip.
"Correct:" She has an adventurous mind.
"Incorrect:" He enjoys living an adventourous life.
"Incorrect:" We had an adventourous trip.
"Incorrect:" She is adventourous.
Notes:
- • Focus on TUR, not TOUR.
- • The root is ‘adventure’.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Which is correct?
A: Adventurous is the only correct spelling.
Summary
Always spell it as ADVENTUROUS (no “tour”).