brash

2 synonyms and 2 antonyms for brash, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Adj — Overconfident and tactless, often in a way that ignores how others feel.

Synonyms

Less common

Still standard English, but they carry more weight.

cheeky

Rare, literary or technical

Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.

nervy

Synonyms by Meaning

1. adj

Overconfident and tactless, often in a way that ignores how others feel.

“His brash comments in the meeting embarrassed the whole team.”

nervy cheeky

2. adj

Bold or showy in an unsubtle, sometimes tasteless way.

“The building's brash neon signage clashed with the quiet street.”

Opposites

modest low-key

How to use brash

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

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Etymology

Of uncertain origin. It may come from Scots brash, brasch (“a violent onset; an attack or assault”), and may also be related to Dutch bars (“stern; strict”), German barsch (“harsh; unfriendly”), Danish barsk (“harsh; rough; tough”) and Swedish barsk (“harsh; impetuous”).

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Frequently asked questions

What does “brash” mean?

The word “brash” means overconfident and tactless, often in a way that ignores how others feel. In plain terms, loudly confident to the point of being rude or tactless.

How do you pronounce “brash”?

“Brash” is pronounced BRASH (/ˈbɹæʃ/ in IPA).

How do you use “brash” in a sentence?

Here is “brash” used in a sentence: “His brash comments in the meeting embarrassed the whole team.”

What part of speech is “brash”?

“Brash” is an adjective.

How many meanings does “brash” have?

“Brash” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: overconfident and tactless, often in a way that ignores how others feel.

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