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bodacious

Pronunciation: /bəʊˈdeɪʃəs/
Definition of bodacious

adjective

North American informal
  • excellent, admirable, or attractive:bodacious babes
  • US audacious in a way considered admirable.

Origin:

mid 19th century (in sense 'complete, thorough'): perhaps a variant of SW dialect boldacious, blend of bold and audacious

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Definition of bodacious in the US English dictionary
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