What do you call a person who craves danger? Like how a person who believes that the pursuit of pleasure is the most important thing in life is known as a hedonist.
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1Thrillseeker? Daredevil?– Steven LittmanMay 31, 2016 at 2:10
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Sometimes "adrenaline junkie" if that narrowing applies.– Ben ZottoMay 31, 2016 at 3:57
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As Steven mentioned,
Daredevil — ODO
noun A reckless person who enjoys doing dangerous things
"spectators watched in horror as the nineteen-year-old daredevil smashed into the ground"
Thrill seeker — ODO
noun A person who is keen to take part in exciting activities that involve physical risk
"thrill seekers are paying big bucks to swim with great white sharks"
Adrenaline junkie
A person with a compulsive desire for excitement and adventure:
(ODO)
This certainly gets to the "crave" part of your request. Whether it also fits the rest will depend a little on the kinds of dangers you have in mind.
As NVZ says, daredevil sure is the word for that. But here are other choices for you: Swashbuckler
Someone who engages in daring adventures.
Also, I think risk-taker would probably replace that, because it means someone who loves taking risks.
The adjective would be dauntless
To show fearlessness and determination.
