
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.