brazen

/ˈbreɪzən/
verb
  1. To face or endure a difficult situation with boldness or defiance, often by pretending not to be embarrassed or afraid.
    • The student brazenly brazen the teacher's questions, even though he hadn't done the reading.
    • He tried to brazen his way through the awkward conversation.
    • Despite the criticism, she decided to brazen it out and continue with her plan.
adjective
  1. Bold and without shame; done in a way that is open and unapologetic, often in a way that shocks or annoys people.
    • The politician's brazen disregard for the rules angered many voters.
    • Her brazen lie about her experience was quickly discovered by the interviewer.
    • The thief made a brazen attempt to steal the painting in broad daylight.
  2. Made of or resembling brass, especially in color or sound.
    • The statue's brazen surface reflected the sunlight.
    • The brazen bell rang loudly across the town square.
    • She wore a brazen necklace that gleamed like polished gold.
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