1
as in assurance
great faith in oneself or one's abilities
a lifelong confidence that enabled her to achieve great things despite powerful obstacles
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as in certainty
a state of mind in which one is free from doubt
the confidence with which the game show contestant answered every question
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as in trust
firm belief in the integrity, ability, effectiveness, or genuineness of someone or something
as players, we have complete confidence in our coach
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as in secret
information shared only with another or with a select few
accused him of betraying an important confidence
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Recent Examples of confidence
Analyst Andres Sheppard cited several factors that give Cantor confidence in the company, including plans for autonomous rideshare services and humanoid robots.
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William Gavin, Quartz, 20 Mar. 2025
During a new episode of California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s podcast that aired Tuesday, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz said the reason the popularity of Democrats is plummeting is because of the loss of confidence among members of their own party.
—Laura J. Nelson, Los Angeles Times, 20 Mar. 2025
Idaho officials have expressed confidence in state elections before, the Statesman previously reported.
—Carolyn Komatsoulis, Idaho Statesman, 8 Mar. 2025
Keep doing it Knowing oneself, projecting confidence, building community and working together is essential.
—John Baldoni, Forbes, 8 Mar. 2025
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William Gavin, Quartz, 20 Mar. 2025
During a new episode of California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s podcast that aired Tuesday, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz said the reason the popularity of Democrats is plummeting is because of the loss of confidence among members of their own party.
—Laura J. Nelson, Los Angeles Times, 20 Mar. 2025
Idaho officials have expressed confidence in state elections before, the Statesman previously reported.
—Carolyn Komatsoulis, Idaho Statesman, 8 Mar. 2025
Keep doing it Knowing oneself, projecting confidence, building community and working together is essential.
—John Baldoni, Forbes, 8 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for confidence
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Kelley is majoring in information security and assurance.—
Elizabeth Marie Himchak,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 Mar. 2025
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False Hope And Fake Assurances Ransomware operators also exploit victims with false assurances, creating a deceptive sense of hope that there is a way to resolve the situation.—
Stu Sjouwerman,
Forbes,
10 Mar. 2025
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There’s also a labor battle on the horizon, with owners talking more and more about the possibility of a salary cap; that cost certainty would increase franchise valuations.—
Scott Soshnick,
Sportico.com,
20 Mar. 2025
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Leaders feel pressure for quick solutions where immediate certainty feels safer than thoughtful consideration.—
Dan Pontefract,
Forbes,
19 Mar. 2025
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Vince Lago: The biggest challenge is restoring trust through transparency.—
Miami Herald Staff,
Miami Herald,
12 Mar. 2025
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Hotels: Marriott Bonvoy Marriott Bonvoy improved from the No. 2 spot to land at the top position on the 2025 ranking, with high scores in ease, trust and customer recommendation.—
Faisal Kutty,
Newsweek,
12 Mar. 2025
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The couples share a code phrase that means a secret that must be tucked away even from a spouse.—
Amy Nicholson,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Mar. 2025
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Photo: Courtesy of A24 Naturally, her research began with the main character, musical superstar Moretti who has a sinister secret.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
13 Mar. 2025
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Most people avoid conflict, but those who can navigate tricky situations with composure and professionalism quickly stand out.—
Sho Dewan,
Forbes,
11 Mar. 2025
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In scene after scene, Shula doesn’t say much, but there is, in practically every frame, an unmistakable anxiety in her composure, as if her mere appearance of calm required a major exertion of will.—
Justin Chang,
The New Yorker,
7 Mar. 2025
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This storytelling ability, combined with a user-centric approach and a strong analytical foundation, empowers them to drive product adoption, increase customer satisfaction and, ultimately, fuel business growth.—
Joe Ariganello,
Forbes,
14 Mar. 2025
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Once upon a time if someone spread gossip or lies to a tabloid, the upshot was pure personal satisfaction and maybe vengeance.—
Lucy Dolan-Zalaznick,
Vogue,
12 Mar. 2025
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At just 24 years old, Bramlett took a leap of faith that would change both her life and the life of a 5-year-old boy in need of a home.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
People.com,
15 Mar. 2025
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Yet, for a faith steeped in the veneration of the remains–or relics–of saints, St. Patrick’s relics have been debated by historians, archeologists, and the clergy for centuries.—
Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
14 Mar. 2025
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Ciara says this makes self-confidence even more essential.—
Ambreia Meadows-Fernandez,
Parents,
12 Mar. 2025
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The solar eclipse in Aries, however, emphasizes your financial stability and self-confidence.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
10 Mar. 2025
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“Confidence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/confidence. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.
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