What does "daring" mean?

1. (brave and risky) brave and willing to do dangerous or difficult things. 2. (bold and original) new, unusual, and likely to shock or impress people. 3. (the quality of bravery) the quality of being brave and willing to take risks.

daring

adj. · n.

US //ˈdɛɹɪŋ// UK //dˈeəɹɪŋ// dar·ing

1 brave and risky (adj.)
B2 Upper Intermediate

brave and willing to do dangerous or difficult things.

willing to take risks or perform adventurous acts; courageous and bold.

Example

The daring pilot flew his small plane across the ocean alone.

Example

The daring rescue mission was launched under the cover of darkness, despite the high probability of detection by enemy radar.
- cowardly
- timid
2 bold and original (adj.)
B2 Upper Intermediate

new, unusual, and likely to shock or impress people.

boldly unconventional or original in style, often challenging established norms.

Example

She wore a daring dress to the party that everyone talked about.

Example

The architect's daring design for the new museum combined industrial glass with traditional stone in a way that divided local critics.
- conservative
- traditional

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3 the quality of bravery (n.)
C1 Advanced Literary

the quality of being brave and willing to take risks.

the quality of boldness or adventurous courage. Uncountable in most contexts.

Example

The explorers showed great daring by entering the deep, dark cave.

Example

It was a feat of incredible daring that required not only physical strength but also a complete disregard for personal safety.
- caution
- timidity