daring

dar-ing · adjective

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Definitions

adjective

  1. 1.

    Showing a willingness to take risks; bold and adventurous.

  2. 2.

    Unconventional or provocative.

  3. 3.

    Adventurous courage; boldness.

  4. 4.

    Present participle of *dare*.

Related words

Antonyms: cautious, cowardly, timid
See also: bold, courage, dare
Synonyms: audacious, bold, brave, fearless

Etymology

Present participle of dare, from Old English durran meaning "to dare, venture."