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bold

adjective B2 Neutral

Meaning

The word "bold" describes someone or something that is confident, courageous, and willing to take risks or stand out.
💡 A common mistake is to confuse "bold" with "rude"; being bold can be assertive without being disrespectful.

Example Sentences

The company made a bold decision to expand into new markets .

Word in Context

Emma felt nervous before the meeting , but she decided to be bold and speak first . She prepared her slides carefully and practiced her main points twice . Her colleagues listened quietly , and some asked questions that showed they were interested . After the presentation , her manager praised her clear ideas and suggested she lead the next project .

Common Phrases

bold decision bold move bold statement

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