Embolden
Embolden is a verb with two primary senses. In a general sense, it means to make someone more confident, courageous, or willing to take action. It can also refer to increasing the emphasis or visibility of something, especially in typography or design, where text or elements are made bolder to stand out.
Etymology and history trace embolden to the prefix em- (a form of in- used before certain consonants)
In practical use, embolden describes a causal or motivational effect: praise, evidence, or risk can embolden
Synonyms for the human sense include encourage, stimulate, hearten, and empower, while the typographic sense is