- without hesitation or fear in the face of risk or danger; courageously:To those who so boldly fought and died for our freedom, I apologize that so many have thrown it away.
- without worrying about the opinion or judgment of others:He uttered his prayer loudly, boldly, not caring if the others overheard.
- without regard for the rules of propriety or morality; impudently or brazenly:The chutzpah it takes to lie so boldly is epic!
- in a way that goes beyond usual limits of conventional thought or action; in a visionary or imaginative way:The new concert hall demonstrates that an intimate musical experience and boldly innovative architecture need not be in conflict.
- in a way that is visually striking or arresting; in a showy or flashy way: The boldly striped entrance hall makes a dramatic opening statement in this home.The male is an attractive and boldly marked bird, while the female is comparatively drab.
