bold

adjective

ˈbōld How to pronounce bold (audio)
Definition of boldnext
1
as in adventurous
inclined or willing to take risks our youngest brother was the boldest one in the family, instantly taking to everything from skiing to skateboarding

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2
as in wise
displaying or marked by rude boldness you're a bold little brat for trying to steal my stuff while I'm right here

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3
as in noticeable
likely to attract attention an interior decorator who likes to use bold colors

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as in familiar
showing a lack of proper social reserve or modesty a bold child who interrupts the adults at his parents' parties

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as in steep
having an incline approaching the perpendicular the advanced climbers chose a bold cliff to test themselves

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as in courageous
feeling or displaying no fear by temperament the bold explorers who will someday journey to other planets

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Recent Examples of bold Partnership is the guiding motif of the World Soundtrack Awards’ Film Music Days, where live performances will give cult films bold new scores and industry mixers encourage emerging composers and filmmakers to find their creative match. — Ben Croll, Variety, 30 Sep. 2026 Mokas Coffee and Eatery has been serving the people of Salina its sometimes-sweet, sometimes-bold coffee drinks and breakfast items since 2005. — Kansas City Star, 30 Sep. 2026 Haring, whose artwork is characterized by bold outlines and rhythmic figures punctuated by playful wit, has become synonymous with the 1980s New York downtown art scene. — Francesca Aton, ARTnews.com, 30 Sep. 2026 Proponents call it one of the boldest financial experiments in history; critics say the most reckless. — Robin Wigglesworth, Fortune, 29 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for bold
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bold
  1. adventurous
  2. wise
  3. noticeable
  4. familiar
  5. steep
  6. courageous
  7. daring
  8. fresh
Adjective
  • The Sun in your sign trines liberating Uranus in your adventurous 9th house, encouraging you to explore a new subject, destination, belief, or direction.
    — Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 28 Sep. 2026
  • For longtime fans of the brand, Ponant is a reliably luxe way to sail expedition-style to adventurous destinations—though as one fellow traveler and repeat guest pointed out to me, several other cruise lines now offer this once-rare combination.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of adventurous
Adjective
  • Personality-wise, this is their best dance and definitely Jenna at her most free thus far.
    — Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 30 Sep. 2026
  • Happy birthday to this wonderful, kind, loving, caring, fun, funny, wise young man!
    — Leigh Blickley, Entertainment Weekly, 29 Sep. 2026
Definition of wise
Adjective
  • From a high-rise balcony, the sound would be hardly noticeable, Kasdin said, citing the expert’s findings.
    — Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 25 Sep. 2026
  • The weather could start to change for the region as early as Sunday, but the hurricanes’ effects are most likely to be noticeable Monday and Tuesday.
    — Jack Dolan, Los Angeles Times, 25 Sep. 2026
Definition of noticeable
Adjective
  • The Taurus Moon opposes Venus across your career and home zones, making recognition, responsibility, or visibility compete with the desire to retreat somewhere familiar.
    — Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 29 Sep. 2026
  • Because customers can respond within a direct, familiar channel, brands can create interactions that feel both immediate and convenient.
    — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 29 Sep. 2026
Definition of familiar
Adjective
  • In this environment, a beat and raise might be the bare minimum to avoid a steep post-earnings decline.
    — Matthew J. Belvedere,Kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 25 Sep. 2026
  • Aquilina also explained that Luminate data pointed to binge releases tending to see big spikes in viewership but steep drops, while weekly releases maintain consistent engagement.
    — Andrew Wallenstein, Variety, 25 Sep. 2026
Definition of steep
Adjective
  • Then, the very next day, Mars will march into the courageous sign of Leo, trading the crab’s defensive and hyper-protective instincts for bold self-expression and a whole lot of swag!
    — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 22 Sep. 2026
  • The courageous woman at the center of that series survived long enough to give a dying statement, in the hope that her testimony would set a precedent and make the world safer for others.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 14 Sep. 2026
Definition of courageous
Adjective
  • Season 1 was a ratings hit and the second travels further afield to open with a daring operation on the Mont St Michel, with other locations including the Musée d’Orsay, Centre Pompidou and Montparnasse Tower.
    — Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 29 Sep. 2026
  • The awards show has long been known for its daring, anything-goes approach to red carpet dressing.
    — Amanda Le, InStyle, 27 Sep. 2026
Definition of daring
Adjective
  • Get a little fancy and head to a reservation at Perry Street Chophouse, an elegant steakhouse known for its prime cuts, fresh seafood, and accomplished beverage program.
    — Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 27 Sep. 2026
  • The handblown-glass antler chandelier by LWSN offers a fresh take on alpine design.
    — Kathryn O’Shea-Evans, Robb Report, 27 Sep. 2026
Definition of fresh

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“Bold.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bold. Accessed 3 Oct. 2026.

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