English vocabulary · C1
Audacity
/ɔːˈdæsəti/ · n.
It means bold behavior with no shame. Daring to do what others would never dare.
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Example sentences
- He had the audacity to ask twice.
- She cut the line with total audacity.
Word origin and roots
from Latin
- audac — daring (from Latin)
Synonyms and nuances
- NERVE — bold courage (Casual & Everyday)
- BOLDNESS — brave confidence (Simple & Direct)
- GALL — shameless nerve (Rude & Annoying)
Similar words
- nerve
- boldness
- daring
Lesson notes
Audacity. It means bold behavior with no shame. Daring to do what others would never dare.
Related: nerve, boldness, gall. Use audacity when someone acts with shocking confidence.
He had the audacity to ask twice. She cut the line with total audacity.
From Latin. Audac- means daring. Daring with no fear and no shame — that is audacity.