a. 1. Somewhat impudent; lacking modesty; as, a bold-faced woman. [ 1913 Webster ] I have seen enough to confute all the bold-faced atheists of this age. Bramhall. [ 1913 Webster ] 2. (Print.) Having a conspicuous or heavy face; -- also called boldface. [ 1913 Webster ] ☞ This line is bold-faced nonpareil. [ 1913 Webster ] | 