What is another word for Bearding?

Pronunciation: [bˈi͡ədɪŋ] (IPA)

Bearding is a word that refers to the act of confronting someone or challenging them. While it is a relatively uncommon word, there are synonyms that can be used in its place to convey a similar meaning. Some possible synonyms include confronting, challenging, facing, standing up to, opposing, defying, and braving. Each of these words implies a sense of courage and willingness to stand up for oneself or one's beliefs. Using synonyms can help to add variety and nuance to your writing, while also communicating your intended meaning more effectively.

What are the hypernyms for Bearding?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Bearding

She had no intention of Bearding Betty in her den-she had no idea that there was a Betty-but as she was near the kitchen, and as under that doorway alone there streamed a light, she opened the door.
"Girls of the Forest"
L. T. Meade
Wynnette had made no vain boast of "Bearding the lion."
"Her Mother's Secret"
Emma D. E. N. Southworth
About the very time when Apollonius was Bearding the last of the Flavians, and preaching a pagan revival in the porticoes of the Roman temples, it is probable that Plutarch, in some respects a kindred spirit, was making his appearance as a lecturer at Rome.
"Roman Society from Nero to Marcus Aurelius"
Samuel Dill

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