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cocksiness Synonyms
Another word for cocksiness
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• noun (Context 1)
The quality or state of being cocksy; brash, arrogant, or conceited self-assurance.
Usage Example
"The young apprentice's youthful cockiness soon faded when he realized how much skill the craft truly demanded."
Strongest
cockiness
arrogance
conceit
Strong
brashness
impudence
insolence
hubris
swagger
Opposites of cocksiness
The opposite of cocksiness shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
humility
modesty
diffidence
meekness
timidity
bashfulness
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Cocksiness. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/cocksiness