audacious
12 synonyms and 5 antonyms for audacious, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Bold and daring, often to the point of taking real risks.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use audacious
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
an audacious plan
audacious move
audacious enough to
Etymology
From Latin audax, "bold," from audere, "to dare."
Full origin of audacious →Frequently asked questions
What does “audacious” mean?
The word “audacious” means bold and daring, often to the point of taking real risks. In plain terms, fearlessly bold — can be admiring (a daring plan) or critical (shockingly rude), depending on context.
How do you pronounce “audacious”?
“Audacious” is pronounced aw-DAY-shuhs (/ɔˈdeɪ.ʃəs/ in IPA).
How do you use “audacious” in a sentence?
Here is “audacious” used in a sentence: “It was an audacious plan to rob the bank in broad daylight.”
What part of speech is “audacious”?
“Audacious” is an adjective.
Where does the word “audacious” come from?
The word “audacious” comes from Latin. From Latin audax, "bold," from audere, "to dare.".
How many meanings does “audacious” have?
“Audacious” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: bold and daring, often to the point of taking real risks.
Related words
audacity
outdaciousness
