Associations to the word «Audacity»

Wiktionary

AUDACITY, noun. Insolent boldness, especially when imprudent or unconventional.
AUDACITY, noun. Fearlessness, intrepid daring.

Dictionary definition

AUDACITY, noun. Fearless daring.
AUDACITY, noun. Aggressive boldness or unmitigated effrontery; "he had the audacity to question my decision".

Wise words

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