boldly
Americanadverb
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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.
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without worrying about the opinion or judgment of others.
He uttered his prayer loudly, boldly, not caring if the others overheard.
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without regard for the rules of propriety or morality; impudently or brazenly.
The chutzpah it takes to lie so boldly is epic!
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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.
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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.
Other Word Forms
- overboldly adverb
- superboldly adverb
- unboldly adverb
Etymology
Origin of boldly
Example Sentences
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Given an opportunity to inflict massive damage on that enemy, the president boldly seized it.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 9, 2026
Tibi had become a brightly colored, boldly printed, feminine line — not because that was me, but because the stores wanted it.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 5, 2026
While the brand may be an established icon, the store boldly reimagines the retail space as a living laboratory for design, craftsmanship and collaboration, with dedicated workshop and customization spaces.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 3, 2026
"Star Trek" legend William Shatner is boldly going where few 94-year-olds have gone before, as the Canadian actor announced plans to release a heavy metal album.
From Barron's • Feb. 20, 2026
Gurgi, now official cook and firemaker, strode boldly behind the dwarf.
From "The Book of Three" by Lloyd Alexander
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