brassy

Meanings

• adjective

  Having a loud, bold, and brash manner or appearance.

• adjective

  Made of or having a bright, metallic luster or color.

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈbɹæs.i/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with brassy
bassy , rassy , glassy , sassy

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Variants

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brassier , brassiest , brassily , brassiness , brassinesses , brassy

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Etymology

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Derived from the Old French word 'bras', meaning 'arm' or 'shoulder', and the suffix '-y', which indicates a state or quality.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'brassy' was first used in English in the late 15th century.

2. Brassy is an antonym of meek or timid.

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Related Concepts

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1. loudmouthed: A person who speaks loudly and boldly, often to the point of being rude or obnoxious.

2. bold: Having or showing courage, confidence, or fearlessness.

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Culture

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In literature, 'brassy' is often used to describe a character who is bold, confident, and unapologetic. In music, 'brassy' refers to the bright, metallic sound produced by brass instruments.

How to Memorize "brassy"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a loud, bold person with a metallic sheen to their appearance.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'brassy' with boldness and a metallic luster.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the Old French origin of the word: 'Bras-y', meaning 'arm-y' or 'shoulder-y'.

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