Audacias (en. Audacity)
/au̇ˈdä(s)ēəs/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Courage or boldness in risky situations.
Her audacity in facing danger was admirable.
Su audacia al enfrentarse al peligro fue admirable.
Impudence or insolence.
Having the audacity to speak to him that way is surprising.
Tener audacia para hablarle de esa manera es sorprendente.
Self-confidence that may be daring.
The boldness with which he presented his idea captivated the investors.
La audacia con la que presentó su idea cautivó a los inversores.
Etymology
From Latin 'audaciam', which means boldness.
Common Phrases and Expressions
unchecked audacity
An act of boldness that may be reckless.
audacia desmedida
to have the audacity to
To dare to do something risky.
tener la audacia de
gratifying audacity
The courage that results in good outcomes.
audacia gratificante
Related Words
daring
One who has audacity or is bold.
audaz
audacious
One who acts with audacity or daring.
osado
reckless
One who acts without considering the consequences.
temerario
Slang Meanings
Risky attitude
That move was pure audacity.
Esa jugada fue pura audacia.
Extreme impudence
His audacity in asking for a raise without having worked hard is surprising.
Su audacia al pedir un aumento sin haber trabajado duro es sorprendente.