confident

From Latin 'confidentem', present participle of 'confidere' meaning 'to trust, have full trust'.

ADJ (1)
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seguro / confiado / autoconfiante / vibrante figurative / claro de sí mismo untranslatable (This phrase captures the essence of being confident but does not translate one-to-one.)
Synonyms assured formal , self-assured , sure
Antonyms insecure , uncertain

Feeling or showing confidence in oneself, one's abilities, or one's qualities. It can also mean feeling certain about something.

  • She walked onto the stage with a confident stride, ready for her performance. — This describes someone who believes in their ability to do something well.
  • I am confident that we will achieve our goals by the end of the year. — This expresses a strong belief or certainty about a future outcome.
  • The confident young lawyer presented her case flawlessly to the jury. — This implies self-assurance and competence in a particular skill or role.