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- [boh-dey-shuh s]
- /boʊˈdeɪ ʃəs/
- /bəʊˈdeɪ.ʃəs/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [boh-dey-shuh s]
- /boʊˈdeɪ ʃəs/
Definitions of bodacious word
- adjective bodacious If you say that someone or something is bodacious, you mean that they are very good or impressive. 3
- adjective bodacious If you say that someone is bodacious, you mean that they are appealing or sexually attractive. 3
- adjective bodacious impressive or remarkable; excellent 3
- adjective bodacious outstanding in a showy way; splendid 3
- adjective bodacious bold or blatant 3
- adjective bodacious South Midland and Southern U.S. thorough; blatant; unmistakable: a bodacious gossip. 1
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Origin of bodacious
First appearance:
before 1835 One of the 34% newest English words
1835-45; probably to be identified with dial. (Devon, Cornwall) bo(w)ldacious brazen, impudent, blend of bold and audacious
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Parts of speech for Bodacious
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bodacious popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 51% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
bodacious usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for bodacious
adj bodacious
- intrepid — resolutely fearless; dauntless: an intrepid explorer.
- wise — having the power of discerning and judging properly as to what is true or right; possessing discernment, judgment, or discretion.
- daring — People who are daring are willing to do or say things which are new or which might shock or anger other people.
- confident — If you are confident about something, you are certain that it will happen in the way you want it to.
- spunky — plucky; spirited.
Antonyms for bodacious
adj bodacious
- cowardly — If you describe someone as cowardly, you disapprove of them because they are easily frightened and avoid doing dangerous and difficult things.
- meek — humbly patient or docile, as under provocation from others.
- timid — lacking in self-assurance, courage, or bravery; easily alarmed; timorous; shy.
- stupid — lacking ordinary quickness and keenness of mind; dull.
- unintelligent — deficient in intelligence; dull; stupid.
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