Chutzpah (noun)

Extreme self-confidence or audacity; unmitigated effrontery or impudence; gall.

Origin:

From the hebrew word "khutspa" meaning audacity, gall, nerve. it was first used in english in the early 20th century.

Examples:

1. He had the chutzpah to ask for a raise after only working at the company for a month.
2. It takes chutzpah to stand up to a bully.
3. She had the chutzpah to walk into the meeting and present her idea to the CEO.
4. It takes a lot of chutzpah to make it as a successful entrepreneur.
5. The young man had the chutzpah to ask the famous actress out on a date.