Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
how-dare-you
interjection
/haʊ ˈdɛr ju/
Definition
An expression used to convey strong disapproval or outrage towards someone’s actions or words.
Examples
- “How dare you speak to me that way!”
- “I can’t believe you would do that. How dare you!”
- “She gasped, ‘How dare you accuse me of lying!'”
Meaning
It shows that one is offended or shocked by what someone else has said or done, often questioning their audacity.
Synonyms
- How could you?
- How dare you!
- What gives you the right?
