adjective

brash

brash, impudent, audacious

His brash comments offended everyone.

His brash comments offended everyone.

The brash colors of the painting were overwhelming.

The brash colours of the painting were overwhelming.

((brash)) + noun His brash attitude is not popular.

(sb.) is ((brash)) He is young and a little brash.

Synonyms: impudent, audacious, bold; Antonyms: meek, timid, cautious

Origin uncertain, but perhaps related to 'crash' or 'dash', suggesting forceful action.

It sounds like 'crash'. Imagine someone who 'crashes' into conversations or situations without thinking, acting in a brash manner.

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