Meaning of the word brash in English

What does brash mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

brash

US /bræʃ/
UK /bræʃ/

Adjective

1.

self-assertive in a rude, noisy, or overbearing way

Example:
He was a brash young man, always speaking his mind without thinking.
Her brash confidence sometimes put people off.
2.

having an ostentatious or showy quality

Example:
The new building had a rather brash design that stood out in the old neighborhood.
The colors of the painting were too brash for my taste.