Synonyms for bold
30 synonyms for “bold”, grouped by meaning. Dark green words mean nearly the same thing; light green ones are close in some uses.
Bold as in “brave”
adjective: fearless and daring
- brave
- audacious
- courageous
- daring
- forward
- foolhardy
- fearless
- heroic
- rash
- reckless
- adventurous
- hardy
- daredevil
- intrepid
- impudent
- valiant
- dauntless
- brash
- brazen
- insolent
- saucy
- cheeky
- boldface
- nervy
- unafraid
- doughty
Bold as in “sheer”
adjective: very steep; having a prominent and almost vertical front
- sheer
- bluff
- steep
Bold as in “conspicuous”
adjective: clear and distinct
- conspicuous
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