BOLDAntwort

BOLDAntwort is a term used in German-language digital communication and user-interface discourse to describe an answer that is presented in bold for emphasis. It is a compound of the German word Antwort (answer) and the English word bold, and it is used to indicate that this particular answer is intended as the primary, most authoritative, or most useful response in a given context.

The term appears in online discussions and design guidelines from the 2010s onward, primarily within fields such as customer support chatbots, knowledge bases, and collaborative decision-support tools. It is not a formal designation in major dictionaries or standards, and its exact usage can vary between platforms and organizations.

Applications of BOLDAntwort include presenting the top-ranked result in a chat or help interface, signaling a recommended solution in a knowledge base, or guiding users toward actionable steps in decision-support environments. The emphasis intends to reduce search time and cognitive load, but it relies on clear governance over ranking and labeling to avoid misinterpretation.

Implementation typically involves rendering the chosen answer with bold typography, and may be complemented by additional cues such as background shading, an icon, or a label like “Recommended.” Accessibility considerations, such as sufficient contrast, should be addressed to ensure readability for all users.

Critics caution that bolded emphasis can overstate the authority of an answer and bias user perception. Its effectiveness depends on transparent ranking criteria, consistent use across contexts, and clear user education about what bold denotes. See also: bold text, highlighted result, top answer, knowledge base.