bold

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adjective

ˈbōld

: fearless before danger : intrepid

bold settlers on some foreign shore

William Wordsworth

: showing or requiring a fearless daring spirit

a bold plan

: impudent, presumptuous

punishing a bold child for talking back

If I may be so bold, I'd like to make a few suggestions.

obsolete : assured, confident

: sheer, steep

bold cliffs

: adventurous, free

a bold thinker

: standing out prominently

bold headlines

: being or set in boldface

bold lettering

boldly

ˈbōl(d)-lē How to pronounce bold (audio)

adverb

boldness

ˈbōl(d)-nəs How to pronounce bold (audio)

noun

Example Sentences

Adjective Few politicians have been bold enough to oppose the plan to cut taxes. It's a bold plan that might fail. Hiring a novice was a bold move. He punished the bold child for talking back. I'd like to offer a few criticisms, if I may be so bold. She wore a dress with bold stripes. The painting is done in bold colors. See More

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

Top with some nuts for a little bit of crunch or enjoy plain with all the bold flavors that raspberries bring.

Elizabeth Berry, Woman's Day, 13 Sep. 2022 Butterfly doors open to reveal a cabin that is as bold as its lightweight carbon-fiber exterior.

Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 13 Sep. 2022 This Southern mac and cheese recipe uses all the bold flavors of Cajun cuisine.

Andrea Beck, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Sep. 2022 Bellflower is best known for its bold flavors, seafood dishes and unexpected cuts of meat.

Detroit Free Press, 25 Aug. 2022 Over time, the younger rums take on the big, bold flavors and distinct personalities of the aged rums.

John Mariani, Forbes, 18 Aug. 2022 Another winner in our Healthy Snack Awards, these keto-friendly cheese and nut mixes pack in 6 to 7 grams of protein per serving and come in bold flavors like garlic herb, tangy ranch and smoky barbeque.

Good Housekeeping, 16 Aug. 2022 This salad is all about the crisp crunch of the fennel and celery, and the way these big bold flavors are tamed by the creamy almond dressing.

Vogue, 5 Aug. 2022 Dono — the third restaurant from Greco Entertainment Group (GEG) led by chef and partner Brendan Collins — is a celebration of Spain’s bold flavors.

Evan Nicole Brown, The Hollywood Reporter, 29 July 2022

Noun

Yet all four artists share a taste for hot oranges and pinks that make their visual chatter bold and scintillating.

Mark Jenkins, Washington Post, 26 Aug. 2022 Bright blue cushions with sunny yellow pillows bring in the bold.

Caitlin Sole, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Aug. 2022 This year's contenders stand out in bold and breathtaking ways, always keeping us guessing — and captivated.

People Staff, Peoplemag, 17 Aug. 2022 Bonding with bold and self-assured teen Billie won't be easy for Justin, who is a bit of a hot mess.

Alamin Yohannes, EW.com, 16 June 2022 Built for the bold – MONOLITH 50/50 are the ultimate statement-making performance sunglasses.

Mike Steere, Outside Online, 27 May 2022 The feeling stems from their philosophy of life: Fortune favors the bold.

Vogue, 23 May 2022 The charming winery offers is known for its bold-tasting Cabernet Sauvignon as well as its wide variety of fruit wines a specialty wines.

Maggie Menderski, The Courier-Journal, 23 May 2022 Retail favors the bold but also the timeless classics.

Bobby Marhamat, Forbes, 16 May 2022 See More

单词	boldness
释义	bold 1 of 2 adjective ˈbōld 1 a : fearless before danger : intrepid bold settlers on some foreign shore William Wordsworth b : showing or requiring a fearless daring spirit a bold plan 2 : impudent, presumptuous punishing a bold child for talking back If I may be so bold, I'd like to make a few suggestions. 3 obsolete : assured, confident 4 : sheer, steep bold cliffs 5 : adventurous, free a bold thinker 6 : standing out prominently bold headlines 7 : being or set in boldface bold lettering boldly ˈbōl(d)-lē adverb boldness ˈbōl(d)-nəs noun bold 2 of 2 noun : boldface printed in bold Synonyms Adjective adventuresome adventurous audacious daring dashing emboldened enterprising free-swinging gutsy hardy nerved nervy venturesome venturous See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences Adjective Few politicians have been bold enough to oppose the plan to cut taxes. It's a bold plan that might fail. Hiring a novice was a bold move. He punished the bold child for talking back. I'd like to offer a few criticisms, if I may be so bold. She wore a dress with bold stripes. The painting is done in bold colors. See More Recent Examples on the Web Adjective Top with some nuts for a little bit of crunch or enjoy plain with all the bold flavors that raspberries bring. Elizabeth Berry, Woman's Day, 13 Sep. 2022 Butterfly doors open to reveal a cabin that is as bold as its lightweight carbon-fiber exterior. Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 13 Sep. 2022 This Southern mac and cheese recipe uses all the bold flavors of Cajun cuisine. Andrea Beck, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Sep. 2022 Bellflower is best known for its bold flavors, seafood dishes and unexpected cuts of meat. Detroit Free Press, 25 Aug. 2022 Over time, the younger rums take on the big, bold flavors and distinct personalities of the aged rums. John Mariani, Forbes, 18 Aug. 2022 Another winner in our Healthy Snack Awards, these keto-friendly cheese and nut mixes pack in 6 to 7 grams of protein per serving and come in bold flavors like garlic herb, tangy ranch and smoky barbeque. Good Housekeeping, 16 Aug. 2022 This salad is all about the crisp crunch of the fennel and celery, and the way these big bold flavors are tamed by the creamy almond dressing. Vogue, 5 Aug. 2022 Dono — the third restaurant from Greco Entertainment Group (GEG) led by chef and partner Brendan Collins — is a celebration of Spain’s bold flavors. Evan Nicole Brown, The Hollywood Reporter, 29 July 2022 Noun Yet all four artists share a taste for hot oranges and pinks that make their visual chatter bold and scintillating. Mark Jenkins, Washington Post, 26 Aug. 2022 Bright blue cushions with sunny yellow pillows bring in the bold. Caitlin Sole, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Aug. 2022 This year's contenders stand out in bold and breathtaking ways, always keeping us guessing — and captivated. People Staff, Peoplemag, 17 Aug. 2022 Bonding with bold and self-assured teen Billie won't be easy for Justin, who is a bit of a hot mess. Alamin Yohannes, EW.com, 16 June 2022 Built for the bold – MONOLITH 50/50 are the ultimate statement-making performance sunglasses. Mike Steere, Outside Online, 27 May 2022 The feeling stems from their philosophy of life: Fortune favors the bold. Vogue, 23 May 2022 The charming winery offers is known for its bold-tasting Cabernet Sauvignon as well as its wide variety of fruit wines a specialty wines. Maggie Menderski, The Courier-Journal, 23 May 2022 Retail favors the bold but also the timeless classics. Bobby Marhamat, Forbes, 16 May 2022 See More Word History Etymology Adjective and Noun Middle English, from Old English beald; akin to Old High German bald bold First Known Use Adjective before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a Noun circa 1871, in the meaning defined above Phrases Containing bold (as) bold as brass be/make so bold bold-faced make bold (as) bold as brass be/make so bold bold-faced make bold Kids Definition bold adjective ˈbōld bolder; boldest 1 : willing to meet danger or take risks : daring bold knights 2 : not polite and modest : fresh a bold remark 3 : showing or calling for courage or daring a bold plan 4 : standing out prominently She has a face with bold features. 5 : being or set in boldface Medical Definition BOLD abbreviation blood oxygenation level-dependent; blood oxygen level-dependent Note: BOLD is used to describe imaging signals and methods that measure changes in the magnetic properties of hemoglobin accompanying changes in blood oxygen levels. BOLD functional magnetic resonance imaging is dependent on oxygen levels and is used especially in the study of brain function to produce images showing blood flow indicative of neural activity. boldness noun as in audacity Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance audacity brashness forwardness shamelessness impudence sauciness insolence disrespect bluntness ungraciousness inconsiderateness brassiness impertinence disrespectfulness inconsideration rudeness vulgarity discourtesy brusqueness incivility abruptness boorishness crudeness clownishness churlishness impoliteness loutishness gruffness disagreeableness arrogance impertinency caddishness sullenness curtness dis crustiness crossness discourteousness surliness sharpness diss grumpiness crabbedness inappropriateness presumption conceitedness unfitness incorrectness unsuitability indecency impropriety conceit improperness pretentiousness pretence pretension pretense Antonyms & Near Antonyms humility thoughtfulness consideration graciousness modesty considerateness gentility meekness politeness civility deference courtesy submissiveness goodness respectability acceptability appropriateness decency politesse propriety correctness suitability friendliness respectfulness grace geniality rightness hospitality affability kindness gracefulness fitness genteelness dutifulness seemliness suitableness cordiality respectableness decorousness felicitousness See More
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