Brash and Modest

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Brash adjective - Displaying or marked by rude boldness.

Usage example: a brash request to get something for free

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Modest is an antonym for brash.

Nearby Word: brassy

Modest adjective - Not comfortable around people.

Usage example: a modest winner who said a quick thank-you and promptly left the stage

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Brash is an antonym for modest.

Brash and flamboyant at all times, Dick makes some Batman villains look modest.

Source: Series / 3rd Rock from the Sun

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