Confidence

Pronunciation: /ˈkɑːnfədəns/

Confidence (noun)

  1. a feeling of trust in your own abilities or qualities
  2. belief that someone or something is good and can be trusted
  3. a secret or private matter shared with someone trusted

Examples

  • She spoke with confidence during the presentation.
  • Confidence can help you achieve your goals.

Common collocations: boost confidence, gain confidence, lack confidence, build confidence, lose confidence

Synonyms of Confidence

Formal

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Confidence

  • — When discussing lack of certainty or trust.
  • — When referring to lack of self-assurance.