self-confidence

noun

self-con·​fi·​dence ˌself-ˈkän-fə-dən(t)s 

-ˌden(t)s

: confidence in oneself and in one's powers and abilities

self-confident

ˌself-ˈkän-fə-dənt 

-ˌdent

adjective

self-confidently adverb

Synonyms

• confidence
• assurance
• self-assurance
• composure

Examples of self-confidence in a Sentence

for so young a pianist, he has remarkable composure and self-confidence on stage

Recent Examples on the Web

For instance, dogs have been shown to help people develop self-confidence, confidence in others, empathy toward others and a positive mood. —Maria Morava, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 June 2025

Our own, which are triggered by personal values and beliefs, experiences, goals, ambitions, self-confidence, personal biases. —Rustin Dodd, New York Times, 14 June 2025

This core value can be a catalyst for strengthening the bonds within an organization, building trust, support and ultimately, self-confidence and improvement. —Rob Lancit, Forbes.com, 9 June 2025

On a team of veteran superstars who have won nearly everything in football, Segovia’s self-confidence and clean technical play have been a boon for Miami. —Felipe Cardenas, New York Times, 7 June 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1604, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for self-confidence

• confidence
• overconfidence

Kids Definition

self-confidence

noun

self-con·​fi·​dence

ˈself-ˈkän-fəd-ən(t)s,

-fə-ˌden(t)s

: confidence in oneself and in one's powers and abilities

self-confident

-fəd-ənt

-fə-ˌdent

adjective

self-confidently adverb