moxie
5 synonyms for moxie, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Courage, boldness, and force of character.
Synonyms
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Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
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How to use moxie
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
have the moxie
real moxie
Informal, mostly American English.
Etymology
From Moxie, the brand name of an American soft drink first sold in the 1880s that was marketed as giving people vigor and nerve — the sense of "courage" caught on from the advertising.
Full origin of moxie →Frequently asked questions
What does “moxie” mean?
The word “moxie” means courage, boldness, and force of character. In plain terms, guts, nerve, or spirited determination.
How do you pronounce “moxie”?
“Moxie” is pronounced MOK-see (/ˈmɒksi/ in IPA).
How do you use “moxie” in a sentence?
Here is “moxie” used in a sentence: “It took real moxie to start a business with no savings.”
What part of speech is “moxie”?
“Moxie” is a noun.
Where does the word “moxie” come from?
The word “moxie” dates back to around 1880. From Moxie, the brand name of an American soft drink first sold in the 1880s that was marketed as giving people vigor and nerve — the sense of "courage" caught on from the advertising.
