temerity
noun | /temerity/
excessive confidence or boldness; rashness
temerity
noun | /temerity/
Advanced WordsHARDexcessive confidence or boldness; rashness
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"He had the temerity to challenge the judge in open court."
"Only with temerity could she attempt such a risky climb."
Mnemonic Trick
TEMERITY → TEMPEST + RISK: rash boldness — reckless courage.
Etymology
From Latin temeritas “recklessness.”
Used for bold or rash daring, often foolish.
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