Stare
Regard means to gaze at steadily
look
gaze
gnaw
To gaze means to look steadily and intently at something or someone for a sustained period of time, often in a contemplative or thoughtful manner. It implies focused attention and can convey various emotions such as admiration, curiosity, or intensity.
The antonym for the word "gaze" is "avert."
A five letter word for bravery is valor.
A five letter word for a game is "match."
Scarf is a five letter word for muffler.
A five letter word for "irritate" is "annoy."
Five letter word for tough:RigidStiffSolidDenseStoutTight
Stare (gaze) and Stair (step) are the homophones you're looking for =)