Embolden
(verb)
- To give someone the courage to do something.
- To make someone feel more confident or self-assured.
- To encourage someone to take a risk or take action.
Origin:
From the old english word "bealdian" meaning "to make bold".
Examples:
- The speech emboldened the protesters to demand change.
- The positive feedback emboldened him to pursue his dream.
- The success of the project emboldened the team to take on more challenges.
- Her words emboldened him to stand up for what he believed in.
- The victory emboldened them to set more ambitious goals.