confident smile
/ˈkɒnfɪdənt ˈsmaɪl/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.
This phrase is often used to describe someone who is both happy and self-assured.
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💡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.