daring
/ˈdɛəɹɪŋ/
verb
- 1
To have enough courage (to do something).
“I wouldn't dare argue with my boss.”
- 2
To defy or challenge (someone to do something)
“I dare you (to) kiss that girl.”
- 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
To terrify; to daunt.
- 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
To stare stupidly or vacantly; to gaze as though amazed or terrified.
- 2
To lie or crouch down in fear.
noun
- 1
Boldness.
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adjective
- 1
Adventurous, willing to take on or look for risks; overbold.
- 2
Courageous or showing bravery; doughty.
- 3
Racy; sexually provocative.
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