daunting
1 synonym and 1 antonym for daunting, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Making someone feel intimidated or discouraged because a task looks so difficult or big.
Antonyms
How to use daunting
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a daunting task
find it daunting
a daunting challenge
Etymology
Built from the verb "daunt" (to intimidate or discourage), which came into English via Old French from Latin domare, "to tame."
Full origin of daunting →Frequently asked questions
What does “daunting” mean?
The word “daunting” means making someone feel intimidated or discouraged because a task looks so difficult or big. In plain terms, intimidating in a way that makes you want to put a task off — big, scary, or overwhelming to start.
How do you pronounce “daunting”?
“Daunting” is pronounced DAWN-tihng (/ˈdɔntɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “daunting” in a sentence?
Here is “daunting” used in a sentence: “Moving to a new country alone felt daunting at first.”
What part of speech is “daunting”?
“Daunting” is an adjective.
Where does the word “daunting” come from?
The word “daunting” comes from Latin. Built from the verb "daunt" (to intimidate or discourage), which came into English via Old French from Latin domare, "to tame.".
Is “daunting” a common word?
“Daunting” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.
