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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

brash

IPA: /bræʃ/

KK: /bræʃ/

adjective

Definition: Someone who is bold and confident in a rude or aggressive way, often without thinking about the consequences.

Example: His brash comments during the meeting offended several colleagues.

noun

Definition: A collection of loose pieces or fragments, often made up of broken rock, ice, or plant clippings.

Example: After the storm, the yard was filled with brash from the fallen branches and debris.

brashly

IPA: /bræʃli/

KK: /bræʃli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is bold, confident, and often rude or disrespectful.

Example: He spoke brashly, not caring about the feelings of others.

brashness

IPA: //ˈbræʃ.nəs//

KK: /bræʃnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being bold, rude, or overly confident, often in a way that is disrespectful or unthoughtful.

Example: His brashness often got him into trouble with his colleagues.

bravado

IPA: /brəˈvædoʊ/

KK: /brəˈvædoʊ/

noun

Definition: A way of showing off bravery or confidence that is not real; often used to impress others.

Example: His bravado made him seem fearless, but inside he was quite nervous.

bravery

IPA: /ˈbreɪvəri/

KK: /ˈbreɪvəri/

noun

Definition: The quality of being courageous and facing danger or difficulty without fear.

Example: The soldier showed great bravery during the battle.

bravura

IPA: /brəˈvjʊərə/

KK: /brəˈvʊərə/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a performance that is impressive and shows great skill, often in a flashy or showy way.

Example: The pianist's bravura performance left the audience in awe.

noun

Definition: A display of great skill or brilliance, often in a showy or impressive way.

Example: The pianist's performance was full of bravura, showcasing her exceptional talent.

brawnier

IPA: /ˈbrɔː.ni.ər/

KK: /ˈbrɔːniər/

adjective

Definition: Having a strong and muscular build; more muscular than someone or something else.

Example: He became brawnier after months of weight training at the gym.

brawny

IPA: /ˈbrɔːni/

KK: /ˈbrɔni/

adjective

Definition: Having a strong and muscular body; physically powerful.

Example: The brawny athlete easily lifted the heavy weights during the competition.

brazen

IPA: /ˈbreɪ.zən/

KK: /ˈbreɪzən/

adjective

Definition: Showing a lack of shame or respect; bold and brash in a way that is shocking or rude.

Example: She made a brazen attempt to steal the spotlight at the event.

transitive verb

Definition: To face a difficult situation with boldness and confidence, often without showing fear or shame.

Example: She brazened out the criticism and continued with her project.

brazenly

IPA: /ˈbreɪ.zən.li/

KK: /ˈbreɪzənli/

adverb

Definition: In a bold and shameless way, often showing a lack of respect for others or rules.

Example: She brazenly ignored the rules and did whatever she wanted.

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