Audacia (en. Boldness)

/awˈða.θja/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Brave or daring attitude that manifests in the way of acting.
His audacity in facing critics won him many followers.
Su audacia al enfrentar a los críticos le dio muchos seguidores.
Ability to act with determination and without fear of the consequences.
Making decisions with audacity can sometimes lead to success.
Tomar decisiones con audacia puede a veces llevar al éxito.
Boldness that is shown when performing an unconventional action.
His audacity in proposing new ideas earned him a promotion.
Su audacia al proponer ideas nuevas le valió un ascenso.

Etymology

From Latin 'audacia', which means 'boldness'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

overflowing audacity
An exaggerated attitude of boldness.
audacia desbordante
show audacity
To act with bravery in a difficult situation.
mostrar audacia
audacity without limits
Boldness that knows no restrictions.
audacia sin límites

Related Words

bold
Having audacity; daring.
audaz
daring
Acting with audacity; brave or risky.
osado
reckless
Acting without consideration of danger.
temerario

Slang Meanings

Excessive boldness.
That guy has so much audacity that sometimes he gets into trouble.
Ese tipo tiene tanta audacia que a veces se mete en problemas.
Bravery in the social realm.
With his audacity, he has won over many people.
Con su audacia ha conquistado a muchas personas.