boldly
Translation
boldly, bravely, confidently
Examples
She boldly asked for a raise.
She boldly asked for a pay rise.
The design boldly uses bright colors.
The design boldly uses bright colours.
Grammar Patterns
Modifies a verb to do (sth.) boldly He boldly stated his opinion.
Similar Words
Synonyms: bravely, courageously, daringly; Antonyms: timidly, cautiously
Etymology
From the adjective 'bold' plus the adverb-forming suffix '-ly'.
Memory Tips
Remember that '-ly' often turns an adjective (how something is) into an adverb (how an action is done). A bold person acts boldly.