B2 adjective Neutro

boldly

/ˈboʊldli/

To perform an action in a brave, confident, or daring manner, often showing a lack of fear or hesitation. It describes behavior that is noticeable, striking, and assertive, frequently involving a willingness to take risks or challenge conventions.

Exemplos

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She boldly asked for a seat at the crowded table, surprising everyone with her confidence.

She confidently asked for a seat at the crowded table, surprising everyone with her confidence.

2

The committee boldly proposed a complete restructuring of the department to improve efficiency.

The committee courageously proposed a complete restructuring of the department to improve efficiency.

3

He boldly went up to the celebrity and asked for a selfie during dinner.

He gutsily went up to the celebrity and asked for a selfie during dinner.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
boldness
Verb
embolden
Advérbio
boldly
Adjetivo
bold
Relacionado
boldface
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Dica de memorização

Think of the 'B' (Bold) button in text editors; it makes text stand out and look strong, just as acting boldly makes a person stand out.

Quiz rápido

The young entrepreneur ____ approached the investors with his unconventional idea.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: boldly

Exemplos

1

She boldly asked for a seat at the crowded table, surprising everyone with her confidence.

everyday

She confidently asked for a seat at the crowded table, surprising everyone with her confidence.

2

The committee boldly proposed a complete restructuring of the department to improve efficiency.

formal

The committee courageously proposed a complete restructuring of the department to improve efficiency.

3

He boldly went up to the celebrity and asked for a selfie during dinner.

informal

He gutsily went up to the celebrity and asked for a selfie during dinner.

4

The researcher boldly challenges the established theories of quantum physics in her latest paper.

academic

The researcher fearlessly challenges the established theories of quantum physics in her latest paper.

5

Our company must move boldly into the international market to survive the upcoming fiscal year.

business

Our company must decisively enter the international market to survive the upcoming fiscal year.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
boldness
Verb
embolden
Advérbio
boldly
Adjetivo
bold
Relacionado
boldface

Colocações comuns

act boldly to take decisive and brave action
state boldly to say something with great confidence
move boldly to progress or advance in a daring way
speak boldly to talk in a direct and fearless manner
boldly claim to assert something strongly without hesitation

Frases Comuns

to go boldly where no one has gone before

to explore new and unknown territories (popularized by Star Trek)

boldly stated

expressed in a clear and strong way

boldly colored

having very bright or striking colors

Frequentemente confundido com

boldly vs baldly

Boldly means bravely/confidently, whereas baldly means plainly, bluntly, or without disguise/hair.

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Notas de uso

Boldly is primarily used to modify verbs that involve communication or action. It suggests that the person acting is aware of the potential risks but chooses to proceed with high confidence anyway.

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Erros comuns

Learners sometimes use the adjective 'bold' when an adverb is required (e.g., 'He spoke bold' instead of 'He spoke boldly'). Also, be careful not to confuse it with 'baldly' in written reports.

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Dica de memorização

Think of the 'B' (Bold) button in text editors; it makes text stand out and look strong, just as acting boldly makes a person stand out.

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Origem da palavra

Derived from the Old English word 'beald', which means brave, confident, or strong.

Padrões gramaticais

Typically follows the verb it modifies (e.g., acted boldly). Can be placed at the beginning of a sentence for emphasis (e.g., Boldly, she stepped forward).
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Contexto cultural

In many Western business environments, acting boldly is viewed as a positive leadership trait associated with innovation and growth.

Quiz rápido

The young entrepreneur ____ approached the investors with his unconventional idea.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: boldly

Palavras relacionadas

proceed

C1

The noun form, typically used in the plural 'proceeds,' refers to the total amount of money received from a particular event, sale, or activity. It is a formal term used in academic, legal, and business contexts to describe the result of a financial transaction or fundraising effort.

individual

C1

Relating to a single person or thing as distinct from a group. It describes something that is intended for, or used by, one person rather than a collective entity.

appropriately

B2

To perform an action in a manner that is suitable, right, or proper for a particular situation, person, or occasion. It implies following specific social norms, professional standards, or logical requirements.

region

B2

A region is an area of land that has common features, such as geography, climate, or culture, which distinguish it from other areas. It can refer to a large part of a country or the world and is often used in administrative or scientific contexts to organize space.

resource

B2

A stock or supply of money, materials, staff, and other assets that can be drawn on by a person or organization in order to function effectively. In academic and informational contexts, it refers to a source of information or expertise used to support research or learning.

hypothesis

B1

A hypothesis is a tentative statement or proposed explanation made on the basis of limited evidence. it serves as a starting point for further investigation and must be testable through scientific methods.

ozone

B2

Ozone is a colorless gas found in the upper atmosphere that protects the Earth from harmful ultraviolet radiation. It is also produced at ground level as a pollutant when sunlight reacts with industrial emissions.

layer

B2

A layer is a single thickness, sheet, or level of a material that covers a surface or is placed between other things. It can refer to physical substances like paint and geological strata, or abstract levels of complexity and meaning.

around

C2

As an adverb at a C2 level, it denotes presence, availability, or existence within a specific vicinity or context. It is also used to indicate approximate values or to describe movement or positioning that encircles a point or lacks a specific direction.

climate

B2

Climate refers to the long-term patterns of weather conditions, such as temperature and rainfall, in a particular region over many years. It can also describe the prevailing mood, conditions, or social atmosphere of a specific time or place.

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