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daring

/ˈdɛəɹɪŋ/

verb

Meaning

  • To have enough courage (to do something).

    "I wouldn't dare argue with my boss."

  • To defy or challenge (someone to do something)

    "I dare you (to) kiss that girl."

  • To have enough courage to meet or do something, go somewhere, etc.; to face up to

    "Will you dare death to reach your goal?"

  • To terrify; to daunt.

  • To catch (larks) by producing terror through the use of mirrors, scarlet cloth, a hawk, etc., so that they lie still till a net is thrown over them.

verb

Meaning

  • To stare stupidly or vacantly; to gaze as though amazed or terrified.

  • To lie or crouch down in fear.

noun

Meaning

  • Boldness.

Synonyms

boldness

adjective

Meaning

  • Adventurous, willing to take on or look for risks; overbold.

  • Courageous or showing bravery; doughty.

  • Racy; sexually provocative.

Synonyms

audacious,
bold,
dareful,
venturesome