boldly
without hesitation or fear in the face of risk or danger; courageously:To those who so boldly fought and died for our freedom, I apologize that so many have thrown it away.
without worrying about the opinion or judgment of others:He uttered his prayer loudly, boldly, not caring if the others overheard.
without regard for the rules of propriety or morality; impudently or brazenly:The chutzpah it takes to lie so boldly is epic!
in a way that goes beyond usual limits of conventional thought or action; in a visionary or imaginative way:The new concert hall demonstrates that an intimate musical experience and boldly innovative architecture need not be in conflict.
in a way that is visually striking or arresting; in a showy or flashy way: The boldly striped entrance hall makes a dramatic opening statement in this home.The male is an attractive and boldly marked bird, while the female is comparatively drab.
Origin of boldly
1Other words from boldly
- o·ver·bold·ly, adverb
- su·per·bold·ly, adverb
- un·bold·ly, adverb
Words Nearby boldly
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How to use boldly in a sentence
Another option is to go with a bold pattern in a less expensive, easier-to-install material.
Captivated by bold tile on social media? Here’s what to consider before committing to the look. | Elizabeth Mayhew | October 29, 2020 | Washington PostHis two-year tenure has been marked by bold moves that have backfired.
Daryl Morey in advanced talks to lead 76ers’ front office | Ben Golliver | October 28, 2020 | Washington PostParade is a bold and expressive brand that’s seeking to rewrite the American underwear story.
The cofounder of underwear startup Parade on why the era of Victoria’s Secret is over | Rachel King | October 25, 2020 | FortuneThe company’s bold move spurred an arms race, drawing in the rest of Silicon Valley and automakers the world over.
The Self-Driving Car Is a Red Herring - Issue 92: Frontiers | Anthony Townsend | October 21, 2020 | NautilusWhile an all-out elimination of the filibuster may ultimately prove too bold for Democrats to pursue, there are other tactics they may take to expand their power in government.
What the Democrats could prioritize if they win the presidency and both chambers of Congress | Aric Jenkins | October 20, 2020 | Fortune
Tarkhan boldly claims that next he will bring the fight to Putin.
The Secret Life of an ISIS Warlord | Will Cathcart, Vazha Tavberidze, Nino Burchuladze | October 27, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTHe experimented boldly without much regard for precedent or the status quo.
From The Square Deal to The New Deal: The Overlapping Political Identities of TR and FDR | John Avlon | September 9, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTYet Agency communications specialists are hardly exploring strange new worlds or boldly going where no man has gone before.
From Hush-Hush To Tweet-Tweet: Why The CIA Is Embracing Social Media | Lloyd Grove | June 11, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTAs Democrats we need to speak much more boldly about how we address inequality and not just pay lip service to these ideas.
It’s Matt Miller Time! Longtime Radio Host Runs for Congress | David Freedlander | February 24, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTEarlier this year, the rebels boldly stood up to AQ affiliates throughout Syria, but remain under vicious ISIS suicide attacks.
A New Start To U.S. Policy In Syria Can Save Lives | Tom Perriello | February 17, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTThere is an odd triangular-shaped hill that rises on one side very boldly and abruptly, called the Fox's Head.
Music-Study in Germany | Amy FayShe has boldly reproduced upon canvas a fulness of life and joy, such as is rarely seen in pictures.
Women in the fine arts, from the Seventh Century B.C. to the Twentieth Century A.D. | Clara Erskine ClementHis only chance of ultimate recovery was to push boldly forward, and to betray no fear of failure.
Oliver coloured involuntarily to find that the old thief had been reading his thoughts; but boldly said, Yes, he did want to know.
Oliver Twist, Vol. II (of 3) | Charles DickensAlready the country was in eager expectation, and Bruce and the Bishop proceeded boldly to Scone.
King Robert the Bruce | A. F. Murison
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