noun
- a woman who seeks adventure or excitement
- a woman who uses her charm or wiles to gain wealth or social position
Usage: often disapproving
Examples
- The novel’s heroine was a bold adventuress who traveled the world alone.
- She was known as an adventuress who climbed mountains and explored remote jungles.
- The wealthy widow was pursued by several adventuresses seeking her fortune.
- Critics called her an adventuress who married only for money and status.
- The adventuress charmed her way into high society circles.
- She rejected the label of adventuress, insisting she genuinely loved travel.