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daring

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˈdɛrɪŋ/ · UK /ˈdeərɪŋ/

daring means: Willing to try dangerous, unusual, or exciting things.

adjective

TAKING RISKSB2

Willing to try dangerous, unusual, or exciting things.

  • That was a daring choice.
  • She attempted a daring jump.
  • Would you try such a daring hairstyle?

Similar words: adventurous, bold, risk-taking

Opposites: cautious

Common phrases: daring stunt, daring plan, daring choice

SHOWING COURAGEB2

Showing courage when facing danger or a difficult situation.

  • They made a daring rescue.
  • The daring soldiers crossed the river under fire.
  • Her daring escape saved the whole group.

Similar words: brave, courageous, bold

Opposites: cowardly

Common phrases: daring rescue, daring escape, daring soldier

noun

BOLDNESSC1

The courage or confidence to do something difficult, dangerous, or unusual.

  • I admire her daring.
  • The rescue required skill and daring.
  • His sheer daring surprised his friends.

Similar words: boldness, courage, audacity

Opposites: timidity

Common phrases: great daring, skill and daring, sheer daring

Questions about daring

What does daring mean?

Willing to try dangerous, unusual, or exciting things.

What is daring in other languages?

Türkçe: cesur · Español: atrevido · Français: audacieux · Deutsch: wagemutig · Italiano: audace · 日本語: 大胆な

How do you pronounce daring?

In American English /ˈdɛrɪŋ/; in British English /ˈdeərɪŋ/.

How do you use daring in a sentence?

That was a daring choice. She attempted a daring jump.

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