cazzimma

Italian

Etymology

Borrowed from Neapolitan cazzimma, from cazzo (“dick”) +‎ -imma.

Noun

cazzimma f (plural cazzimme)

1. opportunistic and cynical use of stratagems

   Synonym: tatticismo

2. malice, wickedness done for the sake of it

   Synonyms: cattiveria, malizia, perfidia, malvagità

3. determined or even aggressive behavior, favorably interpreted as an expression of strength and personality