I. ˈbōld adjective
Etymology: Middle English, from Old English beald; akin to Old High German bald bold
Date: before 12th century
1.
a. : fearless before danger : intrepid
b. : showing or requiring a fearless daring spirit
a bold plan
2. : impudent , presumptuous
3. obsolete : assured , confident
4. : sheer , steep
bold cliffs
5. : adventurous , free
a bold thinker
6. : standing out prominently
7. : being or set in boldface
• bold·ly ˈbōl(d)-lē adverb
• bold·ness ˈbōl(d)-nəs noun
II. noun
Date: circa 1871
: boldface