Dastardly and Daring

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Dastardly adjective - Having or showing a shameful lack of courage.

Usage example: his dastardly conduct in a critical moment haunted him for the rest of his life

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Daring is an antonym for dastardly.

Nearby Word: dastard

Daring adjective - Inclined or willing to take risks.

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Dastardly is an antonym for daring.

Nearby Words: dare, daringly, dared

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