badass , adj : (US, slang, negative connotation, possibly offensive) Belligerent and troublesome. (US, slang, positive connotation, possibly offensive) Having an extreme appearance, attitude, or behavior that is considered admirable.
Cibo e viaggi / Food and travel notes by Livio Acerbo

badass , adj : (US, slang, negative connotation, possibly offensive) Belligerent and troublesome. (US, slang, positive connotation, possibly offensive) Having an extreme appearance, attitude, or behavior that is considered admirable.