adjective / noun / verb
bold
BOHLD/bəʊld/
Standing out confidently rather than remaining subdued.
The woman's bold leap carries her off the diving board.
Etymology
Old English beald already described someone as stout-hearted and confident. The modern sense preserves that courage and extends it to a readiness to take risks.
In context
you have to be bold. You can't half-step into your presentation you have to be bold you cannot half-step into your presentation
More examples
- She makes a bold decision to start again.
- The room features bold red walls.
- I bold the key terms before printing.
Forms
bold · bolds · bolded · bolding · bolder · boldest
boldface noun — Type with thick, dark strokes.
Similar words
- boldface
- Names the same thick lettering, specifically as a type style.
- heavy
- Describes thick letter strokes without necessarily implying use for emphasis.