Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bold-as-brass
idiom
/boʊld əz bræs/
Definition
A phrase used to describe someone who is shamelessly confident or overly brazen, often in a way that lacks modesty or apprehension.
Examples
- Despite his lack of experience, he walked into the interview bold-as-brass, believing he could impress the hiring manager.
- She was bold-as-brass, wearing a bright red dress to the conservative event without a second thought.
Meaning
To be bold-as-brass means to act or speak with extreme confidence, without any fear of embarrassment or criticism. It conveys a sense of audacity and fearlessness.
Synonyms
- audacious
- brazen
- fearless
- unabashed
- unashamed
