boldfaced
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: //ˈboʊldfeɪst//
KK: /boʊldfeɪst/
adjective
Definition
Describing text that is printed in a thicker, darker style to make it stand out, or referring to someone who is shameless or daring.
Example
The important terms in the document were boldfaced to draw attention.
Conversation
Did you see the presentation slides I sent you?
Yeah, I liked how you made the headers boldfaced.
Thanks! I thought it would help emphasize the main points.
It definitely did — it made everything easier to read.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
brazen
audacious
daring
Antonyms
timid
meek
shy
verb
Definition
To print or write text in a darker and thicker style to make it stand out.
Example
The title of the book was boldfaced to grab the reader's attention.
Tense Forms
Past: boldfaced
Past Participle: boldfaced
Conversation
Did you see the report I sent you?
Yeah, I liked how you boldfaced the key points.
Thanks! I thought it would make them stand out more.
Root Explanation
Boldfaced → It is formed from "bold" (from Old English "beald", meaning brave or daring) and "faced" (from the verb "face", meaning to present or show). The word "boldfaced" describes text that is presented in a strong, prominent manner, often used to emphasize importance.
Memory Tip
Think of 'bold' as being brave or daring, and 'faced' as how something is presented. This helps you remember that 'boldfaced' means text that is shown prominently.
Visually Confused Words
No commonly confused words.