brazenly
|bra/zen/ly|
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/ˈbreɪzənli/
(brazen)
bold and shameless
Etymology
Etymology Information
'brazen' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'bræsen,' where 'bræs' meant 'brass.'
Historical Evolution
'bræsen' transformed into the Middle English word 'brazen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'brazen.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'made of brass,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'shameless or bold.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a bold and shameless manner.
She brazenly ignored the rules.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45