aplomb

The definition of aplomb is a strong belief in yourself and the ability to remain calm under pressure.

(noun)

To know with certainty that you are the best person for the job and then to perform it well is an example of performing a job with aplomb.

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See aplomb in Webster's New World College Dictionary

noun

self-possession; assurance; poise

Origin: Fr, lit., perpendicularity, equilibrium < à, to + plomb, the metal lead: see plumb

See aplomb in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun
Self-confident assurance; poise. See Synonyms at confidence.

Origin:

Origin: French

Origin: , from Old French a plomb, perpendicularly

Origin: : a, according to (from Latin ad-; see ad-)

Origin: + plomb, lead weight (from Latin plumbum, lead)

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