brazen — bold and shameless; showing no shame about doing something wrong or immoral
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: bold and shameless; showing no shame about doing something wrong or immoral
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈbreɪzən/
Korean meaning: 뻔뻔한, 철면피한, 뻔뻔스러운
Korean pronunciation: **브레**이즌
Example Sentences
- The student made a brazen attempt to cheat by writing answers on his palm.
- It was brazen of him to ask for a raise after showing up late every day.
- She showed brazen confidence during the job interview despite having no experience.
brazen
ADJECTIVE//ˈbreɪzən//
bold and shameless; showing no shame about doing something wrong or immoral
A moviegoer makes a brazen phone call during the film
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Brazen and blazin', conscience like a raisin
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Origin
From Old English 'bræsen' meaning 'made of brass,' derived from 'bræs' (brass). The metaphorical sense of 'bold and shameless' developed because brass was associated with hardness, durability, and a shiny, unashamed appearance.
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“The student made a brazen attempt to cheat by writing answers on his palm.”
“It was brazen of him to ask for a raise after showing up late every day.”
“She showed brazen confidence during the job interview despite having no experience.”
“The politician's brazen denial of the scandal surprised everyone.”
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