confidence

Definitions

A feeling of self-assurance arising from one's appreciation of one's own abilities or qualities.

The state of feeling certain about the truth of something.

A feeling of trust in a person or thing.

Examples

She spoke with great confidence during her presentation.

The team gained confidence after winning their first match.

You need to have more confidence in your own abilities.

Synonyms

assurance certainty self-reliance conviction boldness aplomb poise

Antonyms

doubt diffidence insecurity hesitation uncertainty timidity fear