brash

/bræʃ/

Definitions

1. adjective

lacking subtlety or tact; rude or impertinent

“He was known for his brash comments on social media.”

2. noun

a rough or unpolished part of a surface

“The brash on the tree trunk was a sign of old age.”

3. verb

to remove the bark or outer layer of (a tree or branch)

“The logger had to brash the tree before cutting it down.”

Synonyms

  • forward
  • impertinent
  • impudent
  • rude

Antonyms

  • diplomatic
  • subtle
  • tactful