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confident
/ˈkɒnfɪdənt/
self-assured and certain
She walked into the interview with a confident smile.
She entered the interview feeling sure of herself and her abilities.
general
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.
Collocations
confident smilea smile that shows self-assuranceconfident predictiona forecast made with certaintyconfidently sayto state something with assurance
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Positive vs. Negative Connotation
While 'confident' is generally positive, be mindful of context to avoid sounding arrogant.
Gold Rule
Context Matters
Use 'confident' to describe genuine self-assurance, not just assertiveness.
Word Origin
From Latin 'confidentem', present participle of 'confidere' meaning 'to trust fully'.
Usage Notes
Can be used to describe both people and actions. Overuse may imply arrogance.
Word Breakdown
con-
with, together
prefix-fid-
trust
root-ent
present participle suffix
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