ETYM Old Eng. brasen, as. braesen. Related to Brass.
Made of or resembling brass (as in color or hardness).
1. Made of brass.
2. Sounding harsh and loud like struck brass; of the color of polished brass.
3. Marked by contemptuous boldness.

ETYM French immodeste, Latin immodestus immoderate; pref. im- not + modestus modest. Related to Modest.
1. Having or showing an exaggerated opinion of one's importance, ability, etc.
2. Offending against sexual mores in conduct or appearance.

1. Risqué; audacious to the verge of being immoral.
2. Having a body fitted for racing; long-bodied and lean

ETYM as. scamleás.
Feeling no shame; SYN. unblushing.