Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
chutzpah
Noun
/ˈhuːtspə/
Definition
Chutzpah refers to a person’s audacity or nerve, often in a way that is perceived as bold or shameless.
Examples
- She had the chutzpah to ask for a raise after just one month on the job.
- His chutzpah in confronting the boss impressed everyone around him.
Meaning
It embodies a sense of boldness or daring, sometimes crossing the line into being disrespectful or outrageous.
Synonyms
- Audacity
- Boldness
- Nerve
- Gall
- Impudence
