dare

/dˈe‍ə/

/ˈdɛɹ/

to dare

MAIN VERB

take upon oneself; act presumptuously, without permission

synonyms : make bold

to be courageous enough to try or do something

to challenge someone to do something difficult, embarrassing, or risky

Dare

an attempt to challenge someone or to make them do something dangerous

synonyms : daring

Examples

1. You, with one foot in the grave dare to volunteer?

2. Don't you even dare say his name.

3. The boss came into the office this morning, looking as cross as a bear with a sore head, and no one dared to approach him.

4. How dare you make a fool of me?