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