Synonyms for

Durst

Verb / dɜ:st / Another word for durst — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Durst is an old-fashioned verb that means to dare or have the courage to do something.

Synonyms & similar words

dare brave venture risk undertake defy challenge confront face presume assume

Example sentences

  1. I durst not swim in the deep end of the pool because I didn't know how to swim.
  2. He durst not tell his parents he had broken the vase.
  3. She durst to try the spicy food even though she knew it might be too hot.
  4. They durst not enter the haunted house because they were scared.
  5. We durst to ask the teacher for extra help with our homework.

Quotes

  • "I durst not laugh for fear of opening my lips and receiving the bad air." - William Shakespeare
  • "I durst take up a serpent by the tail, and eat poisonous herbs." - John Milton
  • "I durst not presume to choose my path. I choose something that I thought was funny." - Mel Brooks

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