daunting
|daunt/ing|
B2
/ˈdɔːntɪŋ/
(daunt)
intimidate
Etymology
Etymology Information
'daunting' originates from the Old French word 'danter', which meant 'to tame or subdue'.
Historical Evolution
'danter' transformed into the Middle English word 'daunten', eventually becoming the modern English word 'daunt'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to tame or subdue', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'intimidating'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
seeming difficult to deal with in anticipation; intimidating.
The task seemed daunting at first, but she managed to complete it.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41