
Ballsy
Colloquial Usage
Used in casual conversation, not in formal writing or speeches.
His ballsy approach in negotiations won him respect.
Positive Connotation
Implies admiration for someone's courage to take risks.
That's a ballsy play in such a critical game!
Potentially Offensive
Can be seen as vulgar or inappropriate in certain situations.
I wouldn't call her presentation ballsy in the boardroom.
Compare with
AdventurousAudaciousBoldBraveCourageousFearlessGutsySpunky
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