Definition

Excessively confident or daring, often in a way that is disrespectful or inappropriate.

Example

His overbold remarks during the meeting surprised everyone.

Conversation

Did you see how he spoke to the manager?

Yeah, that was pretty overbold of him.

I thought it was kind of disrespectful, honestly.

Definitely! Sometimes being confident crosses the line.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Overbold → It is formed from "over-" (meaning excessively) and "bold" (from Old English "beald", meaning brave or daring). The word "overbold" means excessively brave or daring, often to the point of being reckless.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'excessively' ('over-') 'brave' ('bold') — that's why overbold describes someone who is too daring.

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