Brazenly: meaning, definitions and examples
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brazenly
[ ˈbreɪzənli ]
behaving in a bold and shameless way
Behaving in a bold and shameless way, especially when you are not embarrassed about doing something wrong.
Synonyms
audaciously, boldly, shamelessly.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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brazenly |
In situations where someone is acting without any regard for rules or shame, often in a negative way.
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boldly |
Used to describe actions taken with confidence and courage, often in challenging situations.
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shamelessly |
Similar to 'brazenly', it suggests behaving without any sense of guilt or embarrassment, often with a negative connotation.
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audaciously |
When someone acts with boldness and is willing to take risks, often in a positive or neutral way.
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Examples of usage
- He brazenly lied to his boss about his whereabouts.
- The thief brazenly stole the wallet in broad daylight.
made of brass; sounding harsh and loud
Made of brass or sounding harsh and loud.
Synonyms
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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brazenly |
Use this word when someone does something boldly and without shame, often ignoring social norms.
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brass |
This term can refer to a type of metal or a brash confidence. Using 'brass' in the context of confidence often conveys a sense of impudence or boldness.
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harsh |
Best used to describe something severe, cruel, or unpleasant. It often carries a negative connotation.
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loud |
Use this word when describing a high volume of sound or something very noticeable and conspicuous.
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Examples of usage
- The brazenly decorated door caught everyone's attention.
- The brazenly loud music from the party could be heard from down the street.
Translations
Translations of the word "brazenly" in other languages:
🇵🇹 descaradamente
🇮🇳 निर्लज्जता से
🇩🇪 unverschämt
🇮🇩 dengan terang-terangan
🇺🇦 нахабно
🇵🇱 bezczelnie
🇯🇵 厚かましく
🇫🇷 effrontément
🇪🇸 descaradamente
🇹🇷 küstahlıkla
🇰🇷 뻔뻔하게
🇸🇦 بوقاحة
🇨🇿 drze
🇸🇰 drzo
🇨🇳 厚颜无耻地
🇸🇮 nesramno
🇮🇸 ósvífinn
🇰🇿 ұятсыздықпен
🇬🇪 უსირცხვილოდ
🇦🇿 arxayınlıqla
🇲🇽 descaradamente
Etymology
The word 'brazenly' originated from the Middle English word 'brasen', which means of brass. Brass is a metal alloy made of copper and zinc, known for its strength and durability. The adverb 'brazenly' evolved from the idea of being bold and shameless, much like the properties of brass. Over time, 'brazenly' has come to describe actions or behaviors that are bold, audacious, and unapologetic.
See also: brazenness.
Word Frequency Rank
At rank #29,974, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.
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- 29971 loquacious
- 29972 prowled
- 29973 megalithic
- 29974 brazenly
- 29975 jostle
- 29976 upbraided
- 29977 reactivate
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