no one dared say a word
daring
/ˈder-iŋ/
adjective
venturesomely bold in action or thought
adventurous venturesome daring daredevil rash reckless foolhardy mean exposing oneself to danger more than required by good sense. adventurous implies a willingness to accept risks but not necessarily imprudence. venturesome implies a jaunty eagerness for perilous undertakings.
noun
venturesome boldness
verb
to be sufficiently courageous to
to have sufficient courage
to challenge to perform an action especially as a proof of courage