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brazenly

/ˈbreɪ.zən.li/
bra · zen · ly
Adjective:brazen
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• adverb

1

In a bold, shameless, or audacious manner, without attempting to conceal questionable or offensive behavior.

Example

"The executive brazenly ignored the regulatory guidelines during the merger negotiations."

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• Nearby Words

brawny
bray
brazen
brazenly
brazenness
brazil
brazil nut

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed from the adjective "brazen" (from Old English "bræsen", meaning "made of brass") and the adverbial suffix "-ly". The figurative sense of acting without shame emerged in the 16th century from the expression "brazen-faced", comparing an unblushing countenance to the hard, unyielding surface of brass.

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