WebDefine mettlesome. mettlesome synonyms, mettlesome pronunciation, mettlesome translation, English dictionary definition of mettlesome. adj. Full of mettle; spirited and plucky. See Synonyms at brave. American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition.
WebMettlesome definition, spirited; courageous. See more. The horse was mettlesome and high-spirited, and the sight of Perry's motor-cycle sent the animal leaping toward the roadside.
Webmettlesome: 1 adj having a proud and unbroken spirit Synonyms: spirited displaying animation, vigor, or liveliness adj willing to face danger Synonyms: game , gamey , gamy , gritty , spirited , spunky brave , courageous possessing or displaying courage; able to face and deal with danger or fear without flinching
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Webmettlesome. Having courage or spirit; ardent; fiery. mettled . I remember one that I used to like immensely- Titania driving to a tryst with Bottom, her chariot a lily, daisies for wheels, and for steeds a pair of mettlesome field - mice . - "Grey Roses", Henry Harland.