dare
Translation
to dare, to have the courage, to challenge
Examples
He didn't dare to say anything.
He didn't dare to say anything.
I dare you to jump over the stream.
I dare you to jump over the stream.
How dare you speak to me like that!
How dare you speak to me like that!
Grammar Patterns
((to)) dare ((to-inf)) to be brave enough to do sth. He didn't dare to say anything.
((sb.)) dare ((sb.)) ((to-inf)) to challenge sb. to do sth. I dare you to jump over the stream.
how dare ((sb.)) ...? used to express anger How dare you speak to me like that!
Similar Words
Synonyms: venture, risk, challenge; Antonyms: shy away, avoid
Etymology
From Old English 'durran' (to venture, be bold enough), of Germanic origin.
Memory Tips
Remember the popular game 'Truth or Dare?'. A 'dare' is a challenge, which connects to the verb's meaning.