Bold
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈbəʊld/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Bold is an adjective meaning Courageous, daring.
Meaning
Courageous, daring.
More Meanings
- Visually striking; conspicuous.
- (typography, of typefaces) Having thicker strokes than the ordinary form of the typeface.
- Presumptuous, forward or impudent.
- (Ireland) Naughty; insolent; badly-behaved.
- (wine, of alcoholic beverages) Full-bodied.
- (Philippines) Pornographic; depicting nudity.
- Steep or abrupt.
Example Sentences
the painter's bold use of colour and outline
Many bold fonts are available on this computer.
Bold deeds win admiration and, sometimes, medals.
In HTML, wrapping text in and tags produces bold text.
Word Forms
- bolder
- boldest
- bolds
- bolding
- bolded
- bolde
Synonyms for bold
Depending on context, synonyms include audacious, brave, courageous, daring, forward, doughty.
Antonyms for bold
Common opposites include risk-averse, conservative, reluctant, timid.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include vaulting, heroic, steep, overreaching, enterprising, bluff.
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Sources & Attribution
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