confident smile

/ˈkɒnfɪdənt ˈsmaɪl/
phraseIntermediate a self-assured, happy expression
informal

a smile that conveys self-assurance and happiness

The CEO gave a confident smile before announcing the company's success.

The CEO smiled in a way that showed he was sure of the company's success.

With a confident smile, she walked onto the stage.

She smiled with confidence as she entered the stage.

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This phrase is often used to describe someone who is both happy and self-assured.

Collocations

give a confident smileto smile in a self-assured wayflash a confident smileto smile quickly but confidently

Related Phrases

smile confidentlyphrase
to smile in a way that shows confidence

💡Pro Tip

Usage in Context

Use this phrase to describe someone who is both happy and self-assured, often in social or professional settings.

Gold Rule

Avoid Overuse

While a confident smile is positive, overusing the phrase can make it seem insincere.

📖Word Origin

The phrase combines 'confident' (from Latin 'confidentia', meaning 'trust') and 'smile' (from Old English 'smylian', meaning 'to smile').

📝Usage Notes

This phrase is commonly used in social and professional contexts to describe someone who is both happy and self-assured.

Word Breakdown

confident
self-assured
adjective
+
smile
a facial expression showing happiness
noun
English Dictionary