daunting

adjective

How many syllables in daunting?

There are 2 syllables in the word daunting.

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Divide daunting into syllables:

daunt · ing

How to pronounce daunting:

Definition of daunting:

daunting (adjective):: intimidating or worrying; discouraging through fear.; tending to overwhelm or intimidate

Synonyms for daunting:

alarming

chilling

demoralizing

discomfiting

discomforting

discomposing

disconcerting

discouraging

disheartening

dismaying

dispiriting

disquieting

distressing

disturbing

formidable

frightening

intimidating

nagging

nasty

perturbing

scary

terrifying

troublesome

troubling

troublous

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Antonyms for daunting:

assuaging

assuasive

calming

caring

cheering

comforting

commiserative

compassionate

consolatory

consoling

easing

encouraging

gentle

gladdening

heart-warming

heartening

heartwarming

helpful

inspiriting

kind

kindly

lightening

loving

peaceful

protective

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