Hebrew
Chutzpah
/CHOOTZ-pah/
Chutzpah is far more than mere audacity; it's a daring, often irreverent, boldness that challenges norms and power structures with an almost breathtaking self-assurance. It embodies the audacious spirit to pursue seemingly impossible goals or confront formidable adversaries, even at the risk of appearing impertinent or shameless. While it can be seen as impudent, chutzpah often evokes a grudging admiration for its sheer, unyielding will and its capacity to achieve what others deem unthinkable.
Lit. audacity, impudence, insolence
Used to describe someone who exhibits extreme boldness, audacity, or effrontery, often in a way that is surprisingly successful or admirable, despite being unconventional or even shocking.