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self-confidence Definition

self·-confidence (-kän′fə dəns)

noun

confidence in oneself, one's own abilities, etc.

self-confidence Related Forms
self′·-con′fident adjective self′·-con′fidently adverb
self-confidence Synonyms

self-confidence

n.

assurance, confidence, self-assurance, self-reliance; see confidence 2. See syn. study at confidence.

self-confidence Usage Examples

Possessives

  • pupil: It also improves pupils ' self-confidence which will be of value in all walks of life.
  • student: They suggest that participation with the group through ActiVote increases students ' self-confidence.
  • child: In the long term, you will need to rebuild your child's self-confidence.
  • people: Falls not only cause physical injury but also affect older people's self-confidence and their ability to get out and about.

Converse of object

  • rebuild: The Service also aims to improve the quality of their lives by rebuilding self-confidence, improving moral and supporting their families.
  • boost: Can be used to inspire and to boost self-confidence.
  • undermine: Added to this, low self-esteem or uncertainty about oneself can undermine self-confidence.
  • build: Having a supportive and caring father enables children to build self-confidence and feel less stressed.
  • lack: A number of students also arrive at university lacking self-confidence in their mathematical skills.
  • develop: Such group collaboration can help individuals to develop self-confidence coupled with respect for others.

Adjective modifier

  • supreme: Running man of 1980 in the exhibition, is an image of supreme self-confidence.
  • increased: That is the first step on the path to increased self-confidence.
  • improved: A new life that is awash with the improved self-confidence that can come from having a bigger penis!
  • low: So my low self-confidence dictated my attitude and my actions followed suit.
  • great: This, in turn, can lead to greater self-confidence.
  • national: They had made their contribution to the mood of national self-confidence.

Noun used with modifier

  • lack: Members who demonstrate a strong tendency to be passive or lack self-confidence in speaking up for themselves.
  • increase: The activities develop literacy skills as well as increase self-confidence and self-esteem.
  • gain: Ursula Markham's positive and practical book will teach you how to control the stress in your life, and gain self-confidence.
  • building: One of the focuses of the program is the importance of sport in building self-confidence.