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brashness

[brash-nis] / ˈbræʃ nɪs /
NOUN
impudence
Synonyms
STRONGEST
boldness
STRONG
audaciousness audacity brazenness cheek cheekiness chutzpa chutzpah discourtesy disrespect effrontery forwardness gall hutzpah impertinence insolence nerve overconfidence presumptuousness pushiness rudeness sauciness shamelessness
WEAK
hutzpa impudency nerviness sassiness
Antonyms
STRONG
humility manners meekness modesty politeness respect shyness timidity
NOUN
temerity
Synonyms
STRONG
foolhardiness hastiness heedlessness incautiousness rashness recklessness

Example Sentences

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But he criticised Hegseth's "brashness, the bravado, the bulldozing of questions" in briefings.

From BBC • Mar. 11, 2026

Walz in particular has used the line that Trump is “weird” to great effect, treating Trump’s brashness not with pearl-clutching indignation but cheeky Midwest derision.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 2, 2024

Sharako plays an important role in the future "House of the Dragon" battle, how crucial was getting her brashness and thirst for battle right as this is the audience’s introduction to her?

From Salon • Aug. 8, 2024

He’s gotten buzz for his youth and charisma, his lack of political background, and a brashness that reminds some people of Trump.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 29, 2023

In fact, last year I was rewarded for my brashness.

From "Catching Fire" by Suzanne Collins