Synonyms for dare

Synonyms for (noun) dare

Synonyms: dare, daring

Definition: a challenge to do something dangerous or foolhardy

Usage: he could never refuse a dare

Similar words: challenge

Definition: a call to engage in a contest or fight


Synonyms for (verb) dare

Synonyms: defy, dare

Definition: challenge

Usage: I dare you!

Similar words: challenge

Definition: issue a challenge to

Usage: Fischer challenged Spassky to a match


Synonyms: presume, make bold, dare

Definition: take upon oneself; act presumptuously, without permission

Usage: How dare you call my lawyer?

Similar words: move, act

Definition: perform an action, or work out or perform (an action)

Usage: think before you act; We must move quickly; The governor should act on the new energy bill; The nanny acted quickly by grabbing the toddler and covering him with a wet towel


Synonyms: dare

Definition: to be courageous enough to try or do something

Usage: I don't dare call him, she dares to dress differently from the others

Similar words: move, act

Definition: perform an action, or work out or perform (an action)

Usage: think before you act; We must move quickly; The governor should act on the new energy bill; The nanny acted quickly by grabbing the toddler and covering him with a wet towel


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