dared

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/dɛəd/ English

Definitions

verb

To have enough courage (to do something).“I wouldn't dare argue with my boss.”
To defy or challenge (someone to do something)“I dare you (to) kiss that girl.”
To have enough courage to meet or do something, go somewhere, etc.; to face up to“Will you dare death to reach your goal?”
To terrify; to daunt.

verb

To stare stupidly or vacantly; to gaze as though amazed or terrified.
To lie or crouch down in fear.

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Synonyms

bearded challenged defied did lied ventured risked confronted faced braved hazarded adventured gambled attempted essayed endeavored

Associated

defy criticise criticize oppose dare confront openly resist speak ask refuse venture

Rhymes

declared impaired glared stared scared prepared shared cared ensnared flared

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