dare dare /ˈdɛr/

noun

1. A challenge to do something dangerous or foolhardy  ( dare , daring )
   a challenge to do something dangerous or foolhardy
    He could never refuse a dare
   he could never refuse a dare
   

verb

1. () Take upon oneself; act presumptuously, without permission  ( presume , make bold , dare )
   take upon oneself; act presumptuously, without permission
    How dare you call my lawyer?
   How dare you call my lawyer?
   
2. () To be courageous enough to try or do something  ( dare )
   to be courageous enough to try or do something
    I don't dare call him
   I don't dare call him
    She dares to dress differently from the others
   she dares to dress differently from the others
   
3. () Challenge  ( defy , dare )
   challenge
    I dare you!
   I dare you!