Effrontery

/ɪˈfrʌntəri/ noun

Definition

Shameless boldness or audacity; insolent behavior that shows a lack of respect for others. Brazen impudence or nerve.

Etymology

From French 'effronterie,' from 'effronté' (shameless), ultimately from Latin 'ex-' (out) + 'frons' (forehead). The idea is of someone so shameless they push their forehead forward boldly, showing no embarrassment.

Kelly Says

Imagine someone so boldly rude they literally stick their forehead out in your face - that's effrontery! They have the 'front' (nerve) to be completely shameless, pushing their 'frontal' attitude right at you.

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