audacity

(noun)

noun

1. fearless daring

Similar word(s): audaciousness, temerity

Definition categories: attribute, boldness, daring, hardihood, hardiness

2. aggressive boldness or unmitigated effrontery

- he had the audacity to question my decision

Similar word(s): audaciousness

Definition categories: attribute, boldness, brass, cheek, face, nerve

Sentences with audacity as a noun:

- The brash private had the audacity to criticize the general.

- Somebody never pays his loans, yet he has the audacity to ask the bank for money.