v. t. [ imp. & p. p. Emboldened p. pr. & vb. n. Emboldening ] To give boldness or courage to; to encourage. Shak. [ 1913 Webster ]
The self-conceit which emboldened him to undertake this dangerous office. Sir W. Scott. [ 1913 Webster ]
n. One who emboldens. [ 1913 Webster ]