Word of the Day: Temerity

January 25, 2026

Today's Word Brought to You By noun 1. Unreasonable or foolhardy contempt of danger or opposition; rashness, recklessness. 2. A rash or reckless act. Is Your Collagen Supplement Even Doing Anything? Women's health advocate Marisa Tomei recently shared a look inside her kitchen, walking through the morning ritual she follows, which emphasizes the protein collagen. She explains which ingredients are essential to take alongside it, and highlights how, without changing her diet, collagen has helped her look (and feel) better and more balanced — from eliminating digestive discomfort to stabilizing her mood. Learn More *This content is brought to you by our sponsor, which helps keep our content free. "He had the temerity to question the decision after the final vote." "His temerity in speaking out shocked everyone in the room." "She was surprised at her own temerity after realizing how bold the request had been." Latin, 15th century This noun is usually used in contexts where people are shocked or disappointed in someone else's reckless behavior. "Temerity" can refer to possessing an unreasonable contempt of potential danger (also known as recklessness), or it can refer to the ... Continue Reading Do you remember these words?

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