daring

daring

I. dar‧ing¹ /ˈdeərɪŋ $ ˈder-/ BrE AmE adjective
[Word Family: noun: dare, daring; verb: dare; adverb: daringly; adjective: daring]
1. involving a lot of risk or danger, or brave enough to do risky things:
a daring rescue attempt
2. new or unusual in a way that may shock people:
a daring new building
—daringly adverb
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THESAURUS
▪ brave showing that you are not afraid to do things that other people find dangerous or difficult: I think he was incredibly brave to do a parachute jump. | a brave attempt to change the system
▪ courageous /kəˈreɪdʒəs/ especially written very brave – used especially about someone fighting for what they believe in, or fighting against a disease: a courageous speech | her courageous fight against cancer
▪ daring brave and willing to take a lot of risks: a daring escape from a prison camp | a daring fighter pilot | a daring thing to do
▪ bold willing to make difficult decisions or say what you think, even though it may involve risks: It was a bold move to set up his own company. | She was very bold in criticizing the leadership.
▪ intrepid written willing to do dangerous things or go to dangerous places: an intrepid traveller | We sent our intrepid reporter to find out what is happening.
▪ adventurous used about someone who enjoys going to new places and doing new, possibly dangerous, things: More adventurous visitors can go skiing or snowboarding.
▪ fearless not afraid of anything or anyone: a fearless campaigner for human rights
▪ heroic very brave and admired by many people: heroic rescuers | Despite heroic efforts to save him, he died.
▪ plucky brave and determined – often used in newspapers: Plucky Megan, aged 10, has beaten cancer twice.
II. daring² BrE AmE noun [uncountable]
[Word Family: noun: dare, daring; verb: dare; adverb: daringly; adjective: daring]
courage that makes you willing to take risks:
a plan of great daring