1. plural of boldness; instances or qualities of being courageous, daring, or confident
Usage: countable plural form; often used to describe multiple acts or displays of courage
2. plural of boldness; instances of being disrespectfully forward or presumptuous
Usage: countable plural; refers to rude or impertinent behavior

Examples

• The firefighters' boldnesses in entering the burning building saved many lives.
• Her boldnesses during the debate impressed the judges.
• The child's boldnesses toward his elders were not tolerated in that household.
• Several boldnesses in the design made the building stand out from its neighbors.
• His repeated boldnesses in challenging authority eventually got him in trouble.
• The team's boldnesses on the field led to both victories and defeats.