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overbold

adj · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

adj

Meaning 1

Too bold; impertinent or overreaching.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • I hope it wasn't overbold of me to finish writing your letter for you.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

adjective satellite

Meaning 2

improperly forward or bold

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

Examples

  • don't be fresh with me
  • impertinent of a child to lecture a grownup
  • an impudent boy given to insulting strangers
  • Don't get wise with me!

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: fresh, impertinent, impudent, smart, saucy, sassy, wise

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

From Middle English overbold, equivalent to over- + bold.