释义 |
daring I. adjective Etymology: from present participle of dare (I) 1. a. : ready, able, or prone to assume or face anything dangerous, risky, or arduous < daring pioneers > < daring acrobats > b. : suggestive of, arising from, or prompted by boldness, fearlessness, or audacity < a daring promise > < a daring attempt > 2. a. : deviating from or contrasting with the conventional or traditional : novel, striking < a daring yacht designer > < a daring intellect > b. : attracting attention by being brazenly different or loudly unconventional < a daring neckline > < a daring exposé > Synonyms: see adventurous II. noun (-s) Etymology: from gerund of dare (I) : the quality or state of being bold, courageous, or fearless < small in body, he possessed tremendous energy and daring — E.K.Alden > |