dashing
9 synonyms and 2 antonyms for dashing, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Stylish and attractive in a bold, confident way.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use dashing
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
dashing young man
a dashing figure
Etymology
From dash plus -ing, originally describing someone who moved with a bold, spirited flourish.
Full origin of dashing →Frequently asked questions
What does “dashing” mean?
The word “dashing” means stylish and attractive in a bold, confident way. In plain terms, describes someone (often a man) who is stylishly attractive and full of confident energy.
How do you pronounce “dashing”?
“Dashing” is pronounced DA-shihng (/ˈdæʃɪŋ(ɡ)/ in IPA).
How do you use “dashing” in a sentence?
Here is “dashing” used in a sentence: “He looked dashing in his new suit.”
What part of speech is “dashing”?
“Dashing” is an adjective.
Is “dashing” a common word?
“Dashing” is an uncommon word in modern English.
