Affrighted and Daring

Opposite meaning words

Affrighted adjective - Filled with fear or dread.

Usage example: the affrighted villagers ran in all directions at the first sight of the monster

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Daring is an antonym for affrighted.

Nearby Word: affright

Daring adjective - Inclined or willing to take risks.

Usage example: daring acrobats who risk life and limb every day for the entertainment of the crowds at the circus

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Affrighted is an antonym for daring.

Nearby Words: dare, daringly, dared

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