desenvoltura

Definitions of desenvoltura
  1. noun
    behavior marked by a bold defiance of the proprieties and lack of shame
    synonyms: cinismo, desahogo, descaro, descompostura, desfachatez, desgarro, despachaderas, desuello, desvergüenza, impudencia, impudicia, mangoneo, procacidad, sinvergüencería, soltura
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    type of:
    atrevimiento, osadía
    the trait of being willing to undertake things that involve risk or danger
  2. noun
    offensive boldness and assertiveness
    synonyms: atrevimiento, descompostura, desempacho, desenfado, desgarro, engreimiento, lambisconería, petulancia, prepotencia
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    type of:
    asertividad, seguridad en sí mismo
    aggressive self-assurance; given to making bold assertions
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