Mut-vitz

Mut-vitz is a Yiddish term referring to the courage, audacity, or sheer nerve to do something, often something considered foolish, risky, or even slightly immoral. It encompasses qualities like chutzpah, but often implies a lack of good judgment or foresight accompanying the bold action. While chutzpah can sometimes be admired for its brazenness, mut-vitz often carries a connotation of recklessness or foolishness. It's the kind of boldness that might lead someone to attempt something outlandish despite the obvious negative consequences. The term can also sometimes be used with a tone of bemusement or grudging respect for the individual's audacity, even if the action itself is frowned upon. The degree of negativity associated with "mut-vitz" can vary based on context and speaker.