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Synonyms of temerity

8 similar words · 2 opposite words

Another word for temerity is audacity. Other synonyms of temerity are rashness, gall and recklessness. The opposite of temerity is cowardice.

Synonyms and similar words for temerity

nounReckless boldness; foolish bravery.

  • audacityInsolent boldness, especially when imprudent or unconventional.
  • foolhardinessThe quality of being foolhardy.
  • rashnessThe quality of state of being rash; inconsiderate or presumptuous haste.
  • recklessnessThe state or quality of being reckless or heedless, of taking unnecessary risks.

nounEffrontery; impudence.

  • brashnessThe characteristic of being brash.
  • cheek
  • gallImpudence or brazenness; temerity; chutzpah.
  • chutzpahNearly arrogant courage; utter audacity, effrontery or impudence; supreme self-confidence; exaggerated self-opinion.

Opposite of temerity

nounEffrontery; impudence.

Meaning of temerity

  1. noun Reckless boldness; foolish bravery.
  2. noun An act or case of reckless boldness.
  3. noun Effrontery; impudence.

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Questions about synonyms of temerity

What is another word for temerity?
Temerity has 8 synonyms on Word.ws, such as audacity, rashness, gall and recklessness.
What is the opposite of temerity?
The opposite of temerity is cowardice.
What does temerity mean?
Temerity means reckless boldness; foolish bravery.

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