boldest
English meaning: Boldest
Definition
Superlative form of 'bold'. Used to say something is the most bold of all.
Example
“It was the boldest move of the game.”
Another example: “Buying the rival company was the boldest decision of her career.”
Usage — When, Where & How
Superlative of 'bold'; neutral and often admiring register. Used of the bravest or most striking action, design, or choice among several.
Etymology & Origin
English — Origin & History
From 'bold' plus the superlative suffix '-est'.
Synonyms
- bravest
- most daring
- most confident
- most audacious
Antonyms / Opposites
- timidest
- shyest
- most cautious
- most timid
Related Words
Common Collocations
- the boldest move
- the boldest plan
- the boldest design
- the boldest choice
- the boldest of all
Word Forms
bold (adj); bolder; boldest; boldly (adv); boldness (n)
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Literary Heritage
“To thine own self be true, and it must follow, as the night the day, thou canst not then be false to any man.”
/To thine own self be true/
“Be honest with yourself — and as naturally as night follows day, you will be unable to be false to others.”
“I'm nobody! Who are you? Are you nobody, too?”
/I'm nobody! Who are you?/
“I am nobody — and that quiet anonymity is more honest than the noise of public fame.”
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