English Synonym Finder

dare

Definitions

To have the courage to do something.

To challenge someone to do something as a test of their courage.

Examples

I dare you to jump into the cold water.

She didn't dare to tell him the truth about what happened.

How dare you speak to your mother like that!

Synonyms

challenge venture brave defy risk hazard gamble

Antonyms

avoid shun fear retreat cower hesitate abstain