boldness
8 synonyms and 1 antonym for boldness, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Courage or confidence in acting or speaking.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
Etymology
From Middle English boldnesse, from bold plus the noun-forming suffix -ness.
Full origin of boldness →Frequently asked questions
What does “boldness” mean?
The word “boldness” means courage or confidence in acting or speaking. In plain terms, being brave and confident, or (in design) how thick a font looks.
How do you pronounce “boldness”?
“Boldness” is pronounced BOHLD-nuhs (/ˈboʊldnəs/ in IPA).
How do you use “boldness” in a sentence?
Here is “boldness” used in a sentence: “His boldness in the meeting impressed the board.”
What part of speech is “boldness”?
“Boldness” is a noun.
Where does the word “boldness” come from?
The word “boldness” comes from Middle English. From Middle English boldnesse, from bold plus the noun-forming suffix -ness.
How many meanings does “boldness” have?
“Boldness” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: courage or confidence in acting or speaking.
