stare

To look directly, fixedly, or vacantly, often with a wide-eyed gaze. synonym: gaze.

To look at directly and fixedly.

An intent gaze.

To stare at (a person or animal) until that person or animal blinks or turns away.

To confront boldly or overcome by direct action.

(stare in the face) To be plainly visible or obvious to (one); force itself on (one’s) attention.

(stare in the face) To be obvious to (one) though initially overlooked.

(stare in the face) To be imminent or unavoidable to (one).

(stare in the face) To be about to experience or undergo (something dire).

The act of one who stares; a fixed look with eyes wide open, usually suggesting amazement, vacancy, or insolence.