noun ·4 syllables ·Uncommon ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   The state or degree of being self-confident: believing in one's own abilities. uncountable, usually
2. 2
   freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities wordnet

Synonyms

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self-assuranceaplombarroganceassuranceassuranceassuredness

Antonyms

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insecurity

Example

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"I'm considering taking a gap year to develop myself and increase my self-confidence."

Etymology

From self- + confidence.

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