Synonyms for

Boldly

Verb / ˈbəʊldli: / Another word for boldly — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

in a confident and courageous manner

Synonyms & similar words

bravely courageously fearlessly heroically valiantly confidently assuredly firmly strongly steadfastly resolutely decisively unwaveringly unflinchingly determinedly adamantly defiantly audaciously gallantly intrepidly

Synonyms by register

Formal

audaciously resolutely intrepidly daringly

Informal

bravely fearlessly confidently without hesitation

Literary

valiant valourously

Antonyms

timidly cautiously fearfully hesitantly meekly shyly unassertively

Common collocations

  • speak boldly
  • act boldly
  • step boldly
  • move boldly
  • challenge boldly
  • confront boldly
  • declare boldly

Word family

noun boldness
adjective bold
adverb boldly

Usage note

Boldly suggests a lack of fear or hesitation in action or speech. It often implies courage and confidence, but can sometimes suggest recklessness if the context is negative.

Example sentences

  1. He boldly stood up to the bully.
  2. She spoke boldly about her opinions.
  3. The knight rode boldly into battle.
  4. The explorer boldly went where no one had gone before.
  5. The athlete boldly attempted the difficult jump.

Quotes

  • "Go confidently in the direction of your dreams! Live the life you've imagined." - Henry David Thoreau
  • "Fortune favors the bold." - Latin Proverb
  • "Be bold, be brave enough to be your true self." - Queen Latifah

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