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dashing

DA-shihng

Dashing (adj) means Stylish and attractive in a bold, confident way. Example: “He looked dashing in his new suit.”

adj
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Stylish and attractive in a bold, confident way.
"He looked dashing in his new suit."
"A dashing young officer led the parade."

How to use dashing

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishDescribes someone (often a man) who is stylishly attractive and full of confident energy.

Common pairings
dashing young man a dashing figure

Word forms

more dashing comparative, dashings plural, most dashing superlative

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Etymology

From dash plus -ing, originally describing someone who moved with a bold, spirited flourish.

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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.

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