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Meaning of audacity
The quality of being willing to take bold risks or face challenges with confidence and courage.
Etymology of audacity
The word "audacity" originates from the Latin word "audacia," meaning "boldness" or "daring," which is derived from "audax," meaning "bold" or "daring."
Historically, the word has been used to describe acts of courage or bravery, as well as acts of impudence or presumption.
Synonyms
boldness
courage
fearlessness
daring
recklessness
impudence
temerity
rashness
impertinence
effrontery
cheek
nerve
guts
bravado
valor
valorousness
heroism
gallantry
chivalry
intrepidity
pluck
spirit
spunk
mettle
backbone
grit
determination
audaciousness
brazenness
insolence
hubris
arrogance
presumption
forwardness
sauciness
impishness
mischievousness
roguishness
Definitions
- The quality of being bold and daring, showing a willingness to take risks or face challenges with confidence and courage.
- * The quality of being impudent or presumptuous, showing a lack of respect or restraint in one's words or actions.
Usage Examples
- The firefighter showed great audacity in entering the burning building to rescue those trapped inside.
- * The entrepreneur's audacity in launching a new business in a competitive market was admirable, but also somewhat reckless.
Antonyms
timidity
cowardice
fearfulness
caution
prudence
reserve
restraint
modesty
humility
diffidence
bashfulness
shyness
meekness
mildness
gentleness
politeness
courtesy
decorum
propriety
tact
discretion
wariness
hesitance
reluctance
apprehension
nervousness
anxiety