ballsy

ballsy

1. rude slang Fearless, bold, or gutsy, especially to an impudent or reckless degree. ("Balls," as a slang term for testicles, is often used figuratively to refer to resourceful daring and courageousness.) That was ballsy, asking the boss to explain his decision in front of everyone like that. Ballsy move. I hope you don't come to regret it.
2. rude slang Decidedly or excessively masculine and aggressive in behavior or attitude. ("Balls," as a slang term for testicles, is often used figuratively to refer to masculinity as a whole.) Teenaged boys often feel like they have to prove how ballsy they are to their friends and peers, lest they come across as being sissies. You have to be careful as a woman in business. If you're too ballsy, you come across as intimidating and off-putting—if you're too complaisant, then you're nothing but a pushover.
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

ballsy

1. mod. courageous; daring; foolhardy. (Usually said of a male. Usually objectionable.) Who is that ballsy jerk climbing the side of the building?
2. mod. aggressive; masculine. (Said of a female, especially a masculine female. Usually objectionable.) You act too ballsy, Lillian. You put people off.
McGraw-Hill's Dictionary of American Slang and Colloquial Expressions
See also:
  • have some neck
  • have a nerve
  • have a/some nerve
  • gutsy
  • have the nerve to (do something)
  • have the nerve to do something
  • have the brass (neck) to (do something)
  • boldface
  • bold-faced liar
  • have the face to
References in periodicals archive
" And after her presidency, when Cory received an award from South African President Nelson Mandela, the latter whispered to her daughters Ballsy and Pinky (Abellada): "You chose the right mom." "When the final moment does come, let not my loved ones grieve for long," Cory wrote in a prayer titled, "Prayer for a Happy Death," which she penned in 2004 while still in the pink of health.
Remembering Cory, 10 years later
Sisters of President Benigno Aquino III -- Kris, Ballsy, Pinky Aquino-Abelleda, and Viel Aquino-Dee -- will take turns in fulfilling the role of First Lady during the APEC summit next week.
'Friends' to help Kris host lunch for APEC ladies
IMDb stated that whenever Winslet is asked what she liked about her roles, the actress always describes her characters as "ballsy." Though not all the way, the description is bound to be spoken at least once.
Top 5 Reasons Why 'Divergent' Star Kate Winslet Deserves a Star on Hollywood's 'Walk of Fame'
* Inspiring real-life stories connecting ballsy self-awareness with real successes, happiness and freedom
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this ballsy shot of the Toronto Blue Jays' Jose Bautista.
Full-court press
The 'Umbrella' singer said that she's not jumping into anything just yet as she is waiting for someone who is "ballsy enough to deal with me." ( ANI )
I haven't been on a date for 2 years, says RiRi
Groupon's Biggest Deal Ever: The Inside Story of How One Insane Gamble, Tons of Unbelievable Hype, and Millions of Wild Deals Made Billions for One Ballsy Joker offers insights into the controversial business decisions Groupon made that led a gamble to become success, and makes for fun and insightful reading for any who would learn more about Groupon's rise.
Groupon's Biggest Deal Ever
in this whimsical yet ballsy independent film in which we play the wind.
Ode to the West Wind
"The first thing we will do is to continue praying for him and if he wants us to do something that he cannot do, maybe that is what we will do," said Aquino's elder sister Ballsy, who once served as secretary of former President Corazon Aquino.
Proud sisters promise support
The ballsy 74-year-old is, after all, the man who on the strength of a single fiery speech at the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Community Center in New York City sparked the formation of ACT UP in 1987.
Lary Kramer
CRICKET legend Phil Tufnell was bowled out of Strictly Come Dancing last night despite a ballsy performance.
YOU'RE OUT! TUFFERS IS OFF
It ain't like the guitars ain't ballsy, they're just sometimes a little behind something else, like a chirpy chorus or weird video effects.
It's summer, and I'm about to hit the Northwest for a much needed vacation and to skate some unfamiliar spots--so things are looking up and I'm in a particularly upbeat mood, which helps explain my repeated listening of Killed By Glare, a compilation of obscure UK glam songs from the 1970s, in the spirit of the garage and punk Killed by Death comps (and if you don't know Killed by Death, go kill yourself)
Baby Mama is an entertaining comedy about one such corporate high-flyer and her hilarious journey of self-discovery in the company of a ballsy, trailer trash surrogate.
Also showing; Baby Mama (12A) Rating: ***
Ballsy: 99 Ways To Grow A Bigger Pair And Score Extreme Business Success offers real-world business savvy and tips on how to promote your career for optimum success.
Ballsy
Total Guitar editor Stephen Lawson said, 'I'm not surprised that Stairway to Heaven is number one - not only is Jimmy Page's solo incredibly ballsy and a little bit flash, but it is also brilliantly structured.'
Zep's stairwayto immortality