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self–confidence
noun self–con·fi·dence \-ˈkän-fə-dən(t)s, -ˌden(t)s\
Definition of SELF-CONFIDENCE
: confidence in oneself and in one's powers and abilities
— self–con·fi·dent \-fə-dənt, -ˌdent\ adjective
— self–con·fi·dent·ly adverb
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First Known Use of SELF-CONFIDENCE
1609
Related to SELF-CONFIDENCE
- Synonyms
- aplomb, assurance, self-assurance, self-assuredness, self-confidence, self-esteem, self-trust
- Antonyms
- diffidence, insecurity, self-distrust, self-doubt
Rhymes with SELF-CONFIDENCE
SELF-CONFIDENT Defined for Kids
self–confidence
noun self–con·fi·dence \ˈself-ˈkän-fə-dəns\
Definition of SELF-CONFIDENCE for Kids
: someone's confidence in himself or herself and in his or her own abilities
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