Bodacious

/boʊˈdeɪʃəs/ adjective

Definition

Bold, impressive, remarkable, or unafraid; something that stands out as notable and confident. It can also mean physically attractive or striking in appearance.

Etymology

Possibly blended from 'bold' and 'audacious,' this American slang term emerged in the 20th century, particularly in Southern dialect. Some etymologists suggest it may have African American origins.

Kelly Says

Bodacious is a perfect example of how new words get created—English speakers literally mashed two existing words together ('bold' + 'audacious') to make something catchier, and it stuck around because people loved how it sounded!

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