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Definitions

dare

[dair] / dɛər /
NOUN
challenge, defiance
Synonyms
STRONG
cartel defy provocation stump taunt
VERB
challenge, defy someone
Synonyms
STRONGEST
insult oppose provoke resist taunt threaten
STRONG
beard brave bully confront cope denounce disregard face front goad meet mock scorn spurn
WEAK
call one's bluff face off knock chip off shoulder laugh at make my day muster courage outdare run the gauntlet square off step over the line take one on throw down the gauntlet
Antonyms
STRONGEST
compliment help praise
STRONG
approve dodge hide
WEAK
be careful hold back refrain
VERB
take a risk; be courageous
Synonyms
STRONG
adventure attempt brave endanger endeavor gamble hazard presume risk speculate stake try undertake venture
WEAK
be bold go ahead make bold pluck up run the risk take a chance take heart try one's hand
Antonyms
STRONG
abstain ignore
WEAK
be careful hold back refrain

Example Sentences

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The heat in this dish should register as warmth and pepper — a steady hum — not a dare.

From Salon • Apr. 7, 2026

“I dare you to find one thing that’s funny about this whole situation,” Bryon said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026

"People don't dare to start something because it's expensive, and a lot of banks are reluctant to loan money to set up a proper business," he said.

From Barron's • Mar. 19, 2026

Its navy may soon be reduced to a few fast skiffs, if they dare to leave shore.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 4, 2026

Though Kumu Apo has approved my apology letters, I don’t dare give Leo his.

From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila