daring

/ˈdɛəɹɪŋ/

verb

  1. 1

    To have enough courage (to do something).

    I wouldn't dare argue with my boss.
  2. 2

    To defy or challenge (someone to do something)

    I dare you (to) kiss that girl.
  3. 3

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

    Will you dare death to reach your goal?
  4. 4

    To terrify; to daunt.

  5. 5

    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

  1. 1

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

  2. 2

    To lie or crouch down in fear.

noun

  1. 1

    Boldness.

Synonyms

adjective

  1. 1

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

  2. 2

    Courageous or showing bravery; doughty.

  3. 3

    Racy; sexually provocative.

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