What is the meaning of dare?

noun

  • A challenge to do something dangerous or foolhardy.
    • usage: "he could never refuse a dare"

verb

  • Take upon oneself; act presumptuously, without permission.
    • usage: "How dare you call my lawyer"
  • To be courageous enough to try or do something.
    • usage: "I don't dare call him, "she dares to dress differently from the others"
  • Challenge.
    • usage: "I dare you"
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