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adjective

im-ˈbōl-dənd How to pronounce emboldened (audio)
Definition of emboldenednext
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
The emboldened administration has quickly celebrated them. — Gaby Del Valle, The Verge, 24 June 2026 The insurgents, who operate at ease, crossing borders and dominating much of the countryside in Mali and Burkina Faso, now feel emboldened to target capital cities. — Ulf Laessing, semafor.com, 30 Apr. 2026
Verb
Diaz’s confidence in hitting the ball to right and right-center has emboldened him to take more chances on pulling certain pitches down the leftfield line (including five of this season’s 12 homers). — Marc Topkin, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 June 2026 After several records of muted ideas, Death Cab for Cutie sound emboldened again while recalling the songwriting traits that once set them apart in a sea of indie-rock bands who’ve since petered out. — Nina Corcoran, Pitchfork, 6 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for emboldened
Recent Examples of Synonyms for emboldened
  1. adventurous
  2. inspired
  3. daring
  4. encouraged
  5. bold
  6. courageous
  7. brave
  8. fearless
Adjective
  • More adventurous ingredients and sauces, like the chimichurri served with the beef bowl at Jurassic World Canteen, come on the side so adults can customize their meals while younger eaters can enjoy the same dish without unfamiliar flavors.
    — Jacqueline Dole, Travel + Leisure, 5 July 2026
  • America’s 13 original colonies were teeming with adventurous foreigners who formed the bedrock of our dynamic economy and democracy.
    — Robert Hormats, Time, 4 July 2026
Definition of adventurous
Verb
  • Ahead, shop more Quince clothing inspired by Shields and Henchy.
    — Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 4 July 2026
  • It’s inspired by flight, with soaring, winged architecture that echoes the spirit of travel.
    — Allison Tibaldi, USA Today, 4 July 2026
Definition of inspired
Adjective
  • Looking back to 2017, Pippa Middleton attended day seven of the championships in a daring look that deserves a second glance.
    — Amanda Le, InStyle, 29 June 2026
  • No genre of art requires more daring.
    — Adrienne LaFrance, The Atlantic, 28 June 2026
Definition of daring
Verb
  • Customers are encouraged to check online to confirm hours for their nearest store.
    — Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 4 July 2026
  • Businesses can also partner with the nonprofit, while current and retired officers in need are encouraged to reach out directly for help.
    — Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 4 July 2026
Definition of encouraged
Adjective
  • From bold color contrast to sheer layering and retro prints, caftans can be styled far beyond a basic beach coverup.
    — Katherine J Igoe, InStyle, 2 July 2026
  • The vines work hard to take root, and from their struggle come wines that are bold, aromatic, and uniquely Croatian.
    — Tia Lovisa Moreira, Travel + Leisure, 2 July 2026
Definition of bold
Adjective
  • While this happened during my tenure as Superintendent, the hard and courageous work of the members of the Chicago Police Department should be given the credit.
    — Sabrina Franza, CBS News, 1 July 2026
  • In another less courageous version, Carmy would simply learn to delegate and calm down rather than admit there was no healthy way forward for him at the Bear.
    — Robert Lloyd, Los Angeles Times, 29 June 2026
Definition of courageous
Adjective
  • Good luck to these brave souls, who will face countless questions about this event at premieres and upfronts for the rest of their lives.
    — Marc Malkin, Variety, 2 July 2026
  • Clive was big, and bombastic, and brave, and full of ideas, and just believed, believed, believed, believed.
    — Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 29 June 2026
Definition of brave
Adjective
  • Tops on that list is the late Grateful Dead founder Bob Weir — who died in January at 78 — as a model for a band staying fearless and uncompromising.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2026
  • Miller is one of the badass women who have starred in the Power Universe, a franchise that does a great job of spotlighting strong and fearless female characters.
    — Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 3 July 2026
Definition of fearless

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