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cocksiness Synonyms

Another word for cocksiness

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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."

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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
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