B1adverbworkemotions
US/ˈboʊld.li/
UK/ˈbəʊld.li/
in a brave and confident way; also in a way that is very clear and easy to see
In context
She boldly asked the director a difficult question in front of everyone.
The company acted boldly and moved all its services online in a month.
The walls of the café were boldly painted in red and yellow.
Words that go with boldly
verb + adverb
- act boldlydo something in a brave, confident wayIn a crisis, leaders must act boldly.
- speak boldlysay what you think without fearShe decided to speak boldly about the problems in the company.
adverb + verb
- boldly declaredsaid in a strong, confident wayThe headline boldly declared that the team had won.
adverb + adjective
- boldly coloredhaving bright, strong colors that stand outThe shop sells boldly colored scarves and bags.