adventuress

Meanings

Plural: adventuresses

Noun

• a woman adventurer
• A female adventurer; a woman who seeks adventure.
• A woman of doubtful reputation or suspected character who pursues personal advancement, especially by sexual means; a demirep.
• A female varietist.

Verb

• take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome
• put at risk

Synonyms

adventure, chance, gamble, hazard, jeopardize, risk, run a risk, stake, take a chance, take chances, venture