as in boldly
Related Words
Relevance
Dissimilar Words
Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for self-confidently
Adverb
-
Its boldly colored striped bags are frequently spotted in the kitchens of MAHA influencers and the chips are often touted by Joe Rogan and Tucker Carlson.—
Danielle Chemtob,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026 -
Lead boldly, stay present, and let curiosity point your way forward today.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
29 May 2026
Adverb
-
In his typical spare and deliberate style, Romanian director Cristian Mungiu has crafted yet another Palme d’Or-worthy film that fearlessly treads into controversial issues in our society but pointedly doesn’t take sides.—
Pete Hammond,
Deadline,
18 May 2026
-
The sophomore star attacks every corner of the strike zone, fearlessly challenging batters in spots most pitchers avoid, while processing angles and situations in real time.—
Edgar Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 May 2026
Adverb
-
In response, Chuck’s family courageously chose to share their story openly — and the Ace the Stigma Foundation was born.—
Ace The Stigma Foundation,
Charlotte Observer,
27 May 2026
-
In a story set in the Great Depression, the Filipino-American novelist wrote courageously of the struggles of the migrant worker who wishes to live with dignity in a world that chooses not to see him as fully human.—
Time,
Time,
12 May 2026
Adverb
-
Or at least reasons that seemed to matter a lot more before everything in college sports became so brazenly commodified with conference realignment, etc.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
24 May 2026
-
In fact, when the attacks become brazenly personal, voters may be more likely to view the object of scrutiny with greater sympathy.—
Torrey Snow,
Baltimore Sun,
13 May 2026
Adverb
-
The sardonic clip sees Ford reluctantly trade in his signature leather jacket for a kilt and valiantly plug Glenmorangie while standing atop a hill.—
Marissa G. Muller,
PEOPLE,
14 May 2026
-
After fighting valiantly to ward off injury, the horse was euthanized in 2007, his courageous battle forever remembered at Churchill Downs, where his statue stands outside of Gate 1.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
9 May 2026
Adverb
-
There was Anthony Edwards brashly asking Watson if the Nuggets planned to foul up three at the end of regulation, before draining an incredible shot to force overtime.—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
12 Apr. 2026
-
Some are steeping themselves in traditional ingredients and cooking techniques, while others are brashly striking out to forge creative new styles.—
Robert F. Moss,
Southern Living,
17 Sep. 2025
Adverb
-
Beyond the narrative, the production rests stalwartly on Chidester’s four actors.—
Christopher Smith,
Oc Register,
7 Apr. 2026
-
He was brutally tortured during his captivity and held in solitary confinement for four of the years he was detained but stalwartly refused to provide the North Vietnamese with information.—
Tracy Grant,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
6 Apr. 2026
Adverb
-
Residents in far north Fort Worth, like those in the Heritage neighborhood, have complained about riders — particularly kids — operating electric dirt bikes recklessly in residential areas, creating a safety concern.—
Matthew Adams,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
2 June 2026
-
The department says this is part of an ongoing effort to address community concerns about dirt bikes driving recklessly through the city.—
Tara Lynch,
CBS News,
1 June 2026
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Cite this Entry
“Self-confidently.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self-confidently. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
