Ballsy

usgb/ˈbɔːlzi/
adjective

Showing great courage or confidence; daring.

He made a ballsy decision to quit his job and start his own business.
Visual representation of "ballsy" - Showing great courage or confidence; daring.

Often appears as...

  • ballsy decision
  • ballsy move

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Informal

Colloquial

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Colloquial Usage

Used in casual conversation, not in formal writing or speeches.

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His ballsy approach in negotiations won him respect.
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Positive Connotation

Implies admiration for someone's courage to take risks.

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That's a ballsy play in such a critical game!
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Potentially Offensive

Can be seen as vulgar or inappropriate in certain situations.

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I wouldn't call her presentation ballsy in the boardroom.
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