Daring
/ˈdɛər.ɪŋ/noun
Showing a willingness to take risks; adventurous.
Did you know?The word 'daring' is linked to the old Norse 'dara', meaning 'to dare,' which was often associated with divine trials.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*der-
“to hold firmly; to establish or support.”
Old Norse
Old Norse
dara
“to dare; to challenge, especially in a heroic context.”
Middle English
Middle English
daringe
“the act of daring; a challenge or bold action.”
Modern English
English
daring
“characterized by boldness and a willingness to take risks.”