A.T. Robertson Commentary 2 Corinthians 11:21

"I speak by way of disparagement, as though we had been weak. Yet whereinsoever any is bold (I speak in foolishness), I am bold also." — 2 Corinthians 11:21 (ASV)

By way of disparagement (κατα ατιμιαν). Intense irony. Cf. 6:8.

As though (ως οτ). Presented as the charge of another. "They more than tolerate those who trample on them while they criticize as 'weak' one who shows them great consideration" (Plummer). After these prolonged explanations Paul "changes his tone from irony to direct and masterful assertion" (Bernard).

I am bold also (τολμω καγω). Real courage. Cf. 10:2,12.