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daunt

/dɔːnt/ verb · British & US
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What does daunt mean?

verb

To make someone feel afraid or uncertain, or to feel afraid or uncertain oneself. To deter or discourage someone from doing something.

Example

"Her fear of heights was not daunted by the steep climb."

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