verb

give (someone) the courage or confidence to do something.

emboldened by the claret, he pressed his knee against hers

give courage,make brave/braver,encourage,hearten,strengthen,fortify,stiffen the resolve of,lift the morale of,rouse,stir,stimulate,cheer,rally,give confidence,brace,fire,inflame,animate,motivate,invigorate,vitalize,buck up,inspirit