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How do you spell Effrontery?

Correct spelling

effrontery

Remember the double F: ef-FRONT-ery, like showing your forehead boldly in front

Why is effrontery spelled this way?

From Latin effrons, barefaced. EX (out) + FRONS (forehead). Effrontery is bare-faced nerve — audacity so bold it shows on the forehead.

Common misspellings of effrontery

effrontryafronteryeffrontery

Example

She had the effrontery to ask for a raise after showing up late every day this week.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell effrontery?+
The correct spelling is "effrontery". Remember the double F: ef-FRONT-ery, like showing your forehead boldly in front
Is it effrontry or effrontery?+
The correct spelling is "effrontery", not "effrontry".

Other commonly misspelled words

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