BRASH Synonyms: 190 Similar and Opposite Words

brash

adjective

ˈbrash

Definition of brash

as in bold

displaying or marked by rude boldness a brash request to get something for free

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as in reckless

foolishly adventurous or bold that brash motorcyclist likes to show off by riding on only one wheel

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as in tactless

showing poor judgment especially in personal relationships or social situations he was reprimanded for his brash comments to the media about the team's coaching staff

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Recent Examples of brash On the one hand, many speculated about Tom Cruise‘s wild performance in the title role as a brash, eccentric oil tycoon responsible for an environmental disaster. — Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 12 Oct. 2026 Known for an outspoken and at times brash leadership style that has previously drawn controversy, Jacobs now faces the most significant challenge of his political tenure. — Joan Murray, CBS News, 12 Oct. 2026 In creating the 2026 version, the team stripped away some of the synth for a more organic sound, with the addition of live drums and brash guitars. — Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 8 Oct. 2026 He is credited with bringing modernism to the region, introducing local audiences to what was then still a brash way of painting that put emotions first and realism second. — Ray Mark Rinaldi, Denver Post, 5 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for brash

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Adjective

Conveniently, Santiago lies just south of the Maipo Valley, which is famed for bold Cabernet Sauvignons and also home to the striking new Centro del Vino from Concha y Toro, Latin America’s largest wine producer.

— Megan Spurrell, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Nov. 2026
This faux greenery features impressively lifelike cypress leaves, while the berries add a bold, seasonal color.

— Mina Dragani, Architectural Digest, 12 Nov. 2026

Definition of bold

Adjective

The first and most urgent task will be ending the Iran war, a reckless and unpopular conflict that has become even less popular as Americans have felt its effects on their wallets.

— MATTHEW DUSS, Foreign Affairs, 6 Nov. 2026
Barnett is charged with second-degree arson, involuntary manslaughter and reckless endangerment in the case.

— CBS News, CBS News, 6 Nov. 2026

Definition of reckless

Adjective

Obviously the quarterback situation is a little bit unsettled, but very similar scheme wise offensively and defensively.

— Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Nov. 2026
Fortunately, the wise voters of Deerfield Beach know that once power is turned over to a few people, special interests prevail.

— Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 10 Nov. 2026

Definition of wise

Adjective

The franchise originally consisted of four movies—The Hunger Games (2012), Catching Fire (2013), Mockingjay Part 1 (2014), and Mockingjay Part 2 (2015)—that star Jennifer Lawrence as the resourceful and brave Katniss Everdeen.

— Sophia Zhang, Encyclopedia Britannica, 12 Nov. 2026
Although the Duchess of Sussex has been putting on a brave face in public since her father’s criminal behavior was reported, she is allegedly deeply shaken.

— Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 12 Nov. 2026

Definition of brave

Adjective

The driver, whose identity was not disclosed, was cited for careless driving, according to the news station.

— Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 16 Oct. 2026
Josh Hoover may have been a bit careless, but every game TCU has played this season is another painful example how badly both his old school, and coach, miss him.

— Mac Engel October 14, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Oct. 2026

Definition of careless

Adjective

Winter plays Hogan Young, the charming, cocky and ambitious son of the Vice President, who has every intention of following his father into politics — and ultimately surpassing him.

— Matt Grobar, Deadline, 26 Oct. 2026
Innanen‘s characters in the five-episode series include a manager lacking confidence, a cocky cruise specialist, an adventure expert who deeply fears adventure and a Francophile who hasn‘t left American soil since the late ’90s.

— Katie Kilkenny, HollywoodReporter, 14 Oct. 2026

Definition of cocky

Adjective

Mercifully, there are many who, under the same conditions, made, and continue to make, good and courageous decisions.

— Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 12 Nov. 2026
Stacy Keach, the legendary actor whose unmistakable voice and powerful performances captivated generations of Americans, is being remembered by his beloved wife as a devoted husband, loving father and courageous fighter after his death at 85.

— Jasmine Baehr, FOXNews.com, 11 Nov. 2026

Definition of courageous

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