Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
brass-neck
noun
/brɑːs nɛk/
Definition
A bold or shameless attitude, often in the context of behaving in a way that shows a lack of concern for how others might view one’s actions.
Examples
- Despite his mistakes, he walked into the meeting with a brass-neck, as if nothing had happened.
- Her brass-neck approach to asking for a raise surprised everyone.
- He has a real brass-neck to expect people to forgive his behavior.
Meaning
Having the audacity to do something without feeling guilty or embarrassed.
Synonyms
- audacity
- nerve
- impudence
- shamelessness
