au·dac·i·ty /ɔˈdæsəti/
大膽,厚顏
Au·dac·i·ty n.
1. Daring spirit, resolution, or confidence; venturesomeness.
The freedom and audacity necessary in the commerce of men. --Tatler.
2. Reckless daring; presumptuous impudence; -- implying a contempt of law or moral restraints.
With the most arrogant audacity. --Joye.
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audacity
n 1: fearless daring [syn: audaciousness, temerity]
2: aggressive boldness or unmitigated effrontery; "he had the
audacity to question my decision" [syn: audaciousness]