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brashness

American  
[brash-nis] / ˈbræʃ nɪs /

noun

  1. the quality or condition of being tactless, rash, or offensively bold.

    The justice has a streak of brashness, a cheerful warrior who loves sparring with colleagues in both concurrences and dissents.

  2. the quality or condition of being energetic or highly spirited.

    The band isn't perfect, but it has a certain energy and brashness that gives it something above many others.

    This single-player game brings high speed and manic action, all with a brashness and sense of humor that similar games tend to lack.

  3. (used especially of wood) the quality of being brittle.

    Old-growth sequoia is known for its brashness and weakness across the grain.

Etymology

Origin of brashness

brash ( def. ) + -ness ( def. )

Example Sentences

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Paul's venture into the sport - and his brashness - has been met with dismay by those who feel a YouTuber does not deserve the opportunity to dent former Tyson's boxing legacy.

From BBC • Nov. 15, 2024

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

A certain World Bank official implied that Alex’s brashness and outspokenness turned off many people.

From "Mountains Beyond Mountains" by Tracy Kidder and Michael French

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