Boldly

6 lettersadverbmoderate

Updated June 2026

Definition

In a bold, fearless, or daring manner, without hesitation or timidity.

“She boldly walked into the chairman's office and demanded a full explanation.”

Pronunciation

IPA

/ˈbəʊldli/

Syllables

bold·ly

Related Words

Synonyms

daringlybravelyconfidently

Antonyms

timidlymeeklycautiously

Word Game Tips

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Wordle

Ends in -LY with a terminal Y, the BOL- opening is a useful starting pattern to eliminate letters.

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Scrabble

Worth 12 points, the Y adds tile value and the -LY suffix is one of the most common and rewarding endings.

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Shorter words formed from the letters in “boldly”.

bolly dolly lloyd body bold boll boyd dobl doby doll

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