self-assured
/ˌsɛlf əˈʃʊrd/
confident and self-reliant
She walked into the interview with a self-assured smile.
She entered the interview feeling confident and in control.
formal
Having confidence in one's abilities and decisions without arrogance
His self-assured demeanor impressed the hiring committee.
His confident and composed attitude made a strong impression.
This term suggests a positive, balanced confidence rather than arrogance.
Collocations
self-assured smilea confident and calm smileself-assured mannera composed and confident way of behaving
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Usage Tip
Use 'self-assured' to describe someone who is confident but not arrogant.
Gold Rule
Positive Connotation
This word has a positive meaning; avoid using it for arrogance.
Word Origin
From 'self' (oneself) + 'assured' (certain, confident). First recorded in the early 19th century.
Usage Notes
Avoid using this term to describe arrogance; it implies a calm, justified confidence.
Word Breakdown
self
oneself
rootassured
confident
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