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Another word for ballsy

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• adjective (Context 1)

Determined, courageous, and spirited, especially in a way that is bold, brash, or disregards risk.

Usage Example

"Launching an independent startup to compete directly with industry giants was a gutsy move."

Strongest
gutsy
bold
audacious
daring
Strong
fearless
plucky
spunky
courageous
intrepid
brazen

Opposites of ballsy

The opposite of ballsy shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

gutless
cowardly
timid
spineless
fainthearted
faint-hearted
fearful
meek
See all opposites of ballsy

• Nearby Words

ballroom
balls
ballsiness
ballsy
ballyhoo
balm
balmily

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Ballsy. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/ballsy
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