1. in a way that causes someone to feel intimidated, discouraged, or afraid; in a manner that seems difficult or overwhelming

Examples

• The mountain peak loomed dauntingly above the hikers.
• She faced the exam dauntingly, unsure if she had studied enough.
• The project seemed dauntingly complex at first glance.
• He spoke dauntingly about the challenges ahead.
• The cost of the repairs was dauntingly high.
• The new job responsibilities appeared dauntingly difficult.