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Definition of Overbold
1. Adjective. Improperly forward or bold. "Don't get wise with me!"
Similar to: Forward
Derivative terms: Freshness, Impertinence, Impudence, Impudence, Sass, Sauciness
Definition of Overbold
1. a. Excessively or presumptuously bold; impudent.
Definition of Overbold
1. Adjective. Too bold; impertinent or overreaching. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Overbold
1. excessively bold or forward [adj]
Lexicographical Neighbors of Overbold
Literary usage of Overbold
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. Famous Composers and Their Works by John Knowles Paine, Theodore Thomas, Karl Klauser (1891)
"He has outlived every mutation thus far, and it is perhaps not overbold to prophesy
that his fame will endure long after the vague, restless and labored ..."
2. The Earthly Paradise: A Poem by William Morris (1871)
"Reddened now The hedges, and in gardens many a bough Was overbold of buds.
Sweet days, indeed, Although past road and bridge, through wood and mead, ..."
3. Gymnastic Problems by Jakob Bolin (1917)
"Stand as before at the left end of the bar; jump to overhang; overbold; ...
As exercise 4 and 5 in a bent arm hang with underhold; also with overbold. 8. ..."
4. St. Nicholas by Mary Mapes Dodge (1903)
"And Sir Gawaine said: " Not overbold, lady; but only bold enough for to maintain
my rights." At this speech the Lady Guinevere's face flamed like fire and ..."
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