Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
outrecuidance
noun
/ˌaʊ.trɪˈkwiː.dəns/
Definition
A tendency to be carelessly overconfident or bold.
Examples
- His outrecuidance in taking on such a challenging project without adequate preparation surprised everyone.
- She spoke with outrecuidance, believing her opinion was the only one that mattered in the discussion.
Meaning
Outrecuidance refers to a state of being recklessly presumptuous or brazen in one’s actions or judgments, often disregarding potential risks or consequences.
Synonyms
- audacity
- presumption
- boldness
- brashness
