Synonyms for

Confidence

Verb / ˈkɑ:nfʌdʌns / Another word for confidence — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Confidence is a feeling of trust in oneself or another person's abilities.

Synonyms & similar words

authority selfconfidence assurance diffidence selfassurance trust sureness assurance certainty self-assurance self-confidence trust faith belief conviction assuredness sureness positiveness reliance dependence self-reliance self-trust courage boldness bravery fearlessness daring

Synonyms by register

Formal

assurance self-assurance poise aplomb

Informal

guts nerve moxie chutzpah boldness

Literary

boldness assurance aplomb

Antonyms

doubt uncertainty insecurity hesitation timidity apprehension diffidence

Common collocations

  • gain confidence
  • lose confidence
  • lack confidence
  • build confidence
  • full confidence
  • renewed confidence
  • self-confidence
  • confidence trick

Word family

noun confidence
verb confide
adjective confident
adverb confidently

Usage note

Confidence refers to a feeling of self-assurance or certainty. 'Confident' is the adjective form, meaning having or showing confidence.

Example sentences

  1. He had confidence that he could make the shot.
  2. She walked onto the stage with confidence.
  3. His confidence was shattered after he failed the test.
  4. She gained confidence after practicing her dance routine.
  5. Confidence is key to success in many areas of life.

Quotes

  • "Confidence comes not from always being right but from not fearing to be wrong." - Peter T. Mcintyre
  • "Have confidence that if you have done a little thing well, you can do a bigger thing well too." - David Storey
  • "Confidence is a habit that can be developed by acting as if you already had the confidence you desire to have." - Brian Tracy

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