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DARES

(noun, verb)
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Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Dares.

Dares - as a noun

A challenge to do something dangerous or foolhardy

Example: "He could never refuse a dare"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
daring8

Dares - as a verb

Take upon oneself; act presumptuously, without permission

Example: "How dare you call my lawyer?"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
make boldpresume11

To be courageous enough to try or do something

Example: "I don't dare call him"

Challenge

Example: "I dare you!"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
defy11
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
challenge15
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"She dares to skydive despite her fear of heights."
"He dares his friends to eat a whole chili pepper."
"The actor dares to perform his own stunts in action movies."
"She dares to confront her boss about unfair treatment."
"He dares his sister to eat a spoonful of wasabi."
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Word Game Points

Is DARES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, dares is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DARES has a SCRABBLE points total of 6.

Is DARES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, dares is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DARES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 6.

Is DARES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, dares is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DARES has a WORDFEUD points total of 6.

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