boldness
UK: ˈbəʊldnəs | US: ˈboʊldnəs
n. the quality of being bold; courage or confidence to take risks
n. the state of being visually striking or conspicuous
The word "boldness" derives from the Old English "beald," meaning "brave" or "confident," combined with the suffix "-ness," which forms abstract nouns denoting a state or quality. "Beald" itself traces back to Proto-Germanic *balþaz, conveying fearlessness. Over time, "bold" expanded to include visual prominence (e.g., bold fonts), and "-ness" systematically transformed adjectives into nouns (e.g., "darkness," "kindness"). The morphemes retain their original spelling, preserving the word's logical construction.
Her boldness in addressing the crowd impressed everyone.
The boldness of the design made it stand out.
Success often requires a degree of boldness.
Critics praised the artist’s boldness in using vibrant colors.
His boldness in negotiations secured a favorable deal.