boldness

Definitions

The quality of being willing to take risks and act confidently or courageously.

The state of having a strong, vivid, or striking appearance.

A lack of hesitation or restraint in behavior or speech.

Examples

Her boldness in challenging the status quo inspired everyone in the room.

It took a great deal of boldness to speak up against the unfair policy.

Synonyms

bravery courage audacity fearlessness daring intrepidity valor

Antonyms

timidity cowardice shyness fearfulness hesitation meekness diffidence