Definition

Verb: - To act with more confidence or authority than is appropriate or permitted; to take a liberty or assume a right without having the proper authority or invitation.

Usage

This verb is used to describe the action of doing something that is considered overly forward, presumptuous, or audacious. It often implies a lack of permission or an overstepping of social or formal boundaries. It is typically used in formal or critical contexts.

Examples

• Verb:
  • I would never make bold to criticize my supervisor's work directly.
  • She made bold to enter the private meeting, though she had not been invited.

Advanced Usage

• "to make so bold as to do something": This is a common, more formal construction that emphasizes the presumptuous nature of the action.
  • If I may make so bold as to offer some advice, I think you should reconsider.
  • He made so bold as to correct the professor during the lecture.

Variants and Related Words

• Presume (verb): To take for granted, assume, or dare to do something without permission. (e.g., )
• Venture (verb): To dare to do or say something that may be considered risky or forward. (e.g., )
• Boldness (noun): The quality of being bold or daring.
• Presumptuous (adjective): Failing to observe the limits of what is permitted or appropriate.

Synonyms

• Presume
• Dare
• Take the liberty
• Venture

Related Phrases

• "to have the audacity to": To have the boldness or nerve to do something shocking or rude.
  • He had the audacity to ask for a raise on his first day.
• "to overstep one's bounds": To exceed the limits of one's authority or what is considered proper.
  • By contacting the CEO directly, the intern overstepped her bounds.

Verb

1. take upon oneself; act presumptuously, without permission
   • How dare you call my lawyer?