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Having a strong belief in one's abilities or qualities; self-assured
The confident speaker captivated the audience with her eloquence.
The speaker, who was very sure of herself, held the audience's attention with her speech.
He was confident that his team would win the championship.
He was certain that his team would be victorious in the competition.
Often used to describe a positive trait, but can also imply arrogance if overused.
While 'confident' is generally positive, be mindful of context to avoid sounding arrogant.
Use 'confident' to describe genuine self-assurance, not just assertiveness.
From Latin 'confidentem', present participle of 'confidere' meaning 'to trust fully'.
Can be used to describe both people and actions. Overuse may imply arrogance.