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Definition of ballsiness

ballsiness

/ˈbɔːl.si.nəs/
ball · si · ness
Adverb:ballsily
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Adjective:ballsy
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• noun

1

The quality of being bold, courageous, or audaciously determined in the face of risk or opposition (slang).

Example

"Critics admired the sheer ballsiness of the independent director's debut film."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Because 'ballsiness' derives from vulgar slang for testicles, it is informal and mildly coarse; while widely used in casual conversation and journalism to praise bold risk-taking, it should be avoided in formal or academic writing.

• Nearby Words

ballpoint
ballroom
balls
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ballsy
ballyhoo
balm

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Ballsiness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/ballsiness
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