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DARING

(noun, adj.sat, verb, adj.)

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There are 14 meanings of the word Daring.

Daring - as a noun

A challenge to do something dangerous or foolhardy

Example: "He could never refuse a dare"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dare5

The trait of being willing to undertake things that involve risk or danger

Example: "The proposal required great boldness"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
boldness11hardihood17hardiness13
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
fearlessness15
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Daring - as an adjective satellite

Disposed to venture or take risks

Example: "Audacious visions of the total conquest of space"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
audacious12venturesome16venturous12

Radically new or original

Example: "An avant-garde theater piece"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
avant-garde

Daring - as a verb

To have enough courage (to do something).

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

To defy or challenge (someone to do something)

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

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

Example: "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.

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

To lie or crouch down in fear.

Daring - as an adjective

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

Courageous or showing bravery; doughty.

Racy; sexually provocative.

Example Sentences

"She showed a daring leap over the fence."
"He was known for his daring fashion choices."
"The movie featured daring stunts that left the audience in awe."
"She embarked on a daring adventure to explore the remote jungle."
"His daring plan to rescue the hostages succeeded."
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Word Game Points

Is DARING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, daring is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DARING has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.

Is DARING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, daring is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DARING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.

Is DARING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, daring is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DARING has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.

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