Bold Definition & Meaning
bold
- adjective
- fearless and daring; "bold settlers on some foreign shore"; "a bold speech"; "a bold adventure"
- clear and distinct; "bold handwriting"; "a figure carved in bold relief"; "a bold design"
- very steep; having a prominent and almost vertical front; "a bluff headland"; "where the bold chalk cliffs of England rise"; "a sheer descent of rock"
- noun
- a typeface with thick heavy lines
"Bold" in song lyrics
See how bold is used in real songs:
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"Yo, we unfold, leaving you cold for acting bold"
1.4.0. Productions f/ Chapel, Wise — Lock N Load -
"Thirty six months younger than my brother, I was bold"
1.4.0. Productions f/ Lenore, Shawn Wigs — Yesterday -
"So very beautiful but yet so bold"
2 Live Crew — Be My Private Dancer
Words that rhyme with bold
Usage tips for "bold"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "bold" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for bold to find words that pair well.
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does bold mean?
- fearless and daring; "bold settlers on some foreign shore"; "a bold speech"; "a bold adventure" clear and distinct; "bold handwriting"; "a figure carved in bold relief"; "a bold design" very steep; having a prominent and almost vertical front; "a bluff headland"; "where the bold chalk cliffs of England rise"; "a sheer descent of rock" a typeface with thick heavy lines
- What part of speech is bold?
- Bold is an adjective and a noun.
- How many definitions does bold have?
- Bold has 4 definitions across 2 parts of speech (adjective, noun).