gutsy
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for gutsy, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Showing courage and determination in a difficult or risky situation.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
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How to use gutsy
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a gutsy decision
a gutsy performance
Etymology
From guts + the adjective suffix -y.
Full origin of gutsy →Frequently asked questions
What does “gutsy” mean?
The word “gutsy” means showing courage and determination in a difficult or risky situation. In plain terms, bold and brave, willing to take a risk.
How do you pronounce “gutsy”?
“Gutsy” is pronounced GUHT-see (/ˈɡʌt.si/ in IPA).
How do you use “gutsy” in a sentence?
Here is “gutsy” used in a sentence: “It was a gutsy call to bench the star player before the final.”
What part of speech is “gutsy”?
“Gutsy” is an adjective.
Related words
blood-and-gutsy