dare


dare (http://definr.com/dare)

     n : a challenge to do something dangerous or foolhardy; "he
         could never refuse a dare" [syn: daring]
     v 1: take upon oneself; act presumptuously, without permission;
          "How dare you call my lawyer?" [syn: make bold, {presume
          to}]
     2: to be courageous enough to try or do something: "I don't
        dare call him", "she dares to dress differently from the
        others."
     3: challenge: "I dare you!" [syn: defy]