brashness — the quality of being self-assertive in a rude, noisy, or overbearing way
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the quality of being self-assertive in a rude, noisy, or overbearing way
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈbræʃnəs/
Example Sentences
- The new intern's brashness impressed some managers but annoyed others.
- Her brashness in asking for a raise on her first day became office legend.
- Sometimes his brashness opens doors that politeness cannot.
brashness
NOUN[/ˈbræʃnəs/]
the quality of being self-assertive in a rude, noisy, or overbearing way
His brashness shocked the courtroom when he interrupted the judge mid-sentence.
His flashiness can't hide his brashness!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From the 16th-century adjective 'brash' meaning reckless or impudent, combined with the noun-forming suffix '-ness'. Originally 'brash' referred to brittle twigs that broke easily, but evolved to describe rude, hasty behavior.
Breakdown
brash (reckless, impudent) + -ness (noun suffix meaning 'state or quality of')
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📝Examples
“The new intern's brashness impressed some managers but annoyed others.”
“Her brashness in asking for a raise on her first day became office legend.”
“Sometimes his brashness opens doors that politeness cannot.”
“The comedian's brashness on stage made the audience both laugh and cringe.”
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