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

Embrace failure as a learning opportunity, challenge the status quo, build self-confidence, take calculated risks and stay motivated by your vision. —Doaa K. Darwish, Forbes, 20 Sep. 2024

Read the full Capricorn Daily Horoscope Aquarius (January 20 - February 18) Depressive thoughts may mess with self-confidence today. —USA TODAY, 18 Sep. 2024

Camouflage with makeup: Concealers and foundations can help cover up hyperpigmentation and boost self-confidence when visible hyperpigmentation is bothersome. —Lindsay Curtis, Verywell Health, 12 Sep. 2024

Read the full Aquarius Daily Horoscope Pisces (February 19 - March 20) Low self-confidence? —USA TODAY, 10 Sep. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1604, in the meaning defined above

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