An adverb describing the act of undertaking an action despite the awareness of potential risks or negative consequences, often with the hope of achieving a significant positive outcome or effect.

A term used to indicate that an action is being performed intentionally or against the odds, often in a situation where it might not be necessary or where one could choose not to proceed.

Describes a deliberate decision to confront difficulty or resistance in order to achieve something that may be important or noteworthy, often suggesting a sense of urgency or necessity in the action taken.