self-confidence

noun

self-con·​fi·​dence ˌself-ˈkän-fə-dən(t)s 

-ˌden(t)s

: confidence in oneself and in one's powers and abilities

self-confident

ˌself-ˈkän-fə-dənt 

-ˌdent

adjective

self-confidently adverb

Synonyms

• aplomb
• assurance
• confidence
• self-assurance
• self-assuredness
• self-esteem
• self-trust

Examples of self-confidence in a Sentence

for so young a pianist, he has remarkable composure and self-confidence on stage

Recent Examples on the Web

Art therapy, storytelling and other expressive techniques can also encourage deeper emotional connections and self-confidence. —Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 28 Mar. 2025

Reasons for disengagement vary, including self-confidence, schoolwork and safety. —Megan Feringa, New York Times, 27 Mar. 2025

Ivey’s renewed sense of faith, family and self-confidence drove her past the trauma inflicted from her knee injury and pushed her to lead the Fighting Irish to their first National Championship in her final season. —Sharí Nycole, Essence, 26 Mar. 2025

However, like improv, with practice, using this approach can build self-confidence and encourage thoughtful career risk-taking. 2. —Gena Cox, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1604, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for self-confidence

• confidence
• overconfidence

Kids Definition

self-confidence

noun

self-con·​fi·​dence

ˈself-ˈkän-fəd-ən(t)s,

-fə-ˌden(t)s

: confidence in oneself and in one's powers and abilities

self-confident

-fəd-ənt

-fə-ˌdent

adjective

self-confidently adverb