EMBOLDENED Synonyms: 174 Similar and Opposite Words

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adjective

im-ˈbōl-dənd

Definition of emboldened

as in adventurous

inclined or willing to take risks not too surprisingly, rock climbing tends to attract the more emboldened seekers of outdoor adventure

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verb

past tense of embolden

as in inspired

to fill with courage or strength of purpose his poor showing in his first swim meet just emboldened him to train even harder

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Recent Examples of emboldened

Adjective

These two realities—of emboldened puritanism and abundant openness—clash in confounding ways. — Sophia Nguyen, The Atlantic, 18 July 2026 Sunday on Centre Court, Sinner defended his Wimbledon title, fending off an emboldened Alexander Zverev after dropping the first set to win 6-7(2), 7-6(7), 6-3, 6-4. — Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 12 July 2026

Verb

So much so that some have felt emboldened to challenge Russia over its war in Ukraine. — Fred Weir, Christian Science Monitor, 13 Aug. 2026 Pyongyang has grown more unpredictable as it has become emboldened by its nuclear program. — Zheng Jiyong, Foreign Affairs, 10 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for emboldened

Recent Examples of Synonyms for emboldened

Adjective

Creating Lifetime Consumers Intelligent and adventurous, Belle writes the ending to her own story.

— Megan duBois, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026
With 40-foot waves at Nelscott Reef, there’s also surfing for the adventurous set.

— Zoe Baillargeon, Travel + Leisure, 16 Aug. 2026

Definition of adventurous

Verb

Equally, whereas the styling of the Valour and Valiant was inspired by the past—notably the brutish 1977 V8 Vantage—this Aston Martin looks far more futuristic.

— Tim Pitt, Robb Report, 14 Aug. 2026
Sivan describes the anecdotes in the song as a collage of, and love letter inspired by, several women in his personal life.

— Leah Lu, Rolling Stone, 14 Aug. 2026

Definition of inspired

Adjective

Posing in a mirror selfie on the set of her Hulu show Only Murders in the Building, the actress wore a dramatic, daring red gown.

— Meg Walters, InStyle, 15 Aug. 2026
Zendaya in particular has proved exceptionally good at getting young viewers to show up for more daring movies, such as this spring’s The Drama; comparatively, something as broadly crowd-pleasing as Brand New Day is a layup.

— David Sims, The Atlantic, 14 Aug. 2026

Definition of daring

Verb

Students avoided asking questions that could be considered controversial, and teachers no longer encouraged open discussion.

— Fatima Faizi, NPR, 14 Aug. 2026
Patients should be encouraged to ask who manufactured the product, why it is being recommended, whether FDA has evaluated it and how to report an adverse reaction.

— Washington Post, Washington Post, 14 Aug. 2026

Definition of encouraged

Adjective

By the time Hacks reached its fifth and final season, Deborah Vance (Jean Smart) was still Deborah Vance — big earrings, bold looks and all.

— Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 20 Aug. 2026
Traditional toile patterns tend to tap bold blues and greens, but the chocolate hue is a decidedly autumnal shade.

— Maria Sabella, Architectural Digest, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of bold

Adjective

If Pisces was rising on the horizon at your time of birth, your money sector is ruled by go-getter Mars, celestial ruler of the bold and fearless sign of Aries.

— Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 14 Aug. 2026
Guzmán is Yvonne Delgado, an innocent yet fearless immigrant farm worker determined to protect her family.

— Denise Petski, Deadline, 13 Aug. 2026

Definition of fearless

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