All 4 Uses of
audacious
in
War and Peace
- What audacity!†
Chpt 5 *
- Anatole was sincerely fond of Dolokhov for his cleverness and audacity.†
Chpt 8
- Well, you know the count," said the adjutant cheerfully, with a smile of pride, "he flared up dreadfully—and just think of the fellow's audacity, lying, and obstinacy!"†
Chpt 11
- The brilliant qualities of the soldiers of the army sent to Italy, his opponents' reluctance to fight, and his own childish audacity and self-confidence secure him military fame.†
Chpt 15
Definition:
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(audacious) bold and daring (inclined to take risks) -- especially in violating social convention in a manner that could offend others