
Daunting
Experience Based
Used when something seems scary because it's new or unknown.
Visiting a foreign country alone can be daunting.
Emotion Trigger
Can imply that the challenge could make someone feel unsure or hesitant.
Taking the lead on the project is a daunting responsibility.
Subjective Feeling
What's daunting to one person might not be to another; it's subjective.
For some, public speaking is a daunting idea.