Main Entry: ¹bold

Pronunciation: \ˈbōld\

Function: adjective

Etymology: Middle English, from Old English beald; akin to Old High German bald bold

Date: before 12th century

1 a : fearless before danger : intrepid b : showing or requiring a fearless daring spirit
2 : impudent, presumptuous
3 obsolete : assured, confident
4 : sheer, steep <bold cliffs>
5 : adventurous, free <a bold thinker>
6 : standing out prominently
7 : being or set in boldface

— bold·ly \ˈbōl(d)-lē\ adverb

— bold·ness \ˈbōl(d)-nəs\ noun