moxie
/ˈmɑksi/
noun
- Courage, determination, and energy; the ability to face difficulty or danger with confidence.
- It took a lot of moxie to stand up and speak against the crowd.
- The young athlete had the moxie to try the difficult jump even after falling.
- She showed real moxie by starting her own business with no experience.
- Skill, know-how, or cleverness in handling a situation.
- You need some moxie to negotiate a good deal in that market.
- His political moxie helped him win the debate.
- The mechanic had the moxie to fix the old engine without a manual.