Definitions
- Describing a behavior that is disrespectful or insulting. - Referring to an act of boldness or impudence. - Talking about a behavior that is shameless or brazen.
- Referring to a behavior that is bold or daring. - Describing an act that is reckless or fearless. - Talking about a behavior that is impudent or presumptuous.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe a behavior that is bold or daring.
- 2Both words can be used to describe a behavior that is impudent or disrespectful.
- 3Both words have a negative connotation.
- 4Both words suggest a lack of consideration for others.
What is the difference?
- 1Intensity: Effrontery suggests a behavior that is more disrespectful or insulting than audacity.
- 2Attitude: Effrontery implies a behavior that is shameless or brazen, while audacity suggests a behavior that is more daring or fearless.
- 3Usage: Effrontery is more commonly used in formal writing or speech, while audacity is more commonly used in everyday language.
- 4Scope: Effrontery is often used to describe a specific behavior or action, while audacity can be used to describe a broader range of behaviors or attitudes.
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Remember this!
Effrontery and audacity are synonyms that both describe a behavior that is bold or daring. However, effrontery suggests a behavior that is more disrespectful or insulting, while audacity suggests a behavior that is more daring or fearless. Additionally, effrontery is more formal and less commonly used in everyday language than audacity.
