What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
audacious
Example
She had the audacious idea of starting her own business. [audacious: adjective]
Example
The audacious climber scaled the treacherous mountain without any safety equipment. [audacious: adjective]
daring
Example
The daring stunt performer jumped off the building and landed safely. [daring: adjective]
Example
He showed his daring by speaking up against injustice. [daring: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Daring is more commonly used in everyday language, while audacious is less common but can add a touch of formality to your speech or writing.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between audacious and daring?
While daring can be used in both formal and informal contexts, audacious is generally considered more formal and is often used in professional or academic settings.
