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 of self-confidence

• 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

So, it's been really nice to get a lot of self-confidence back, realizing a lot of self-growth and just being open. —Haadiza Ogwude, Cincinnati Enquirer, 1 Apr. 2026

Still, as the month unfolds, your focus shifts toward money, self-confidence and personal value. —Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 1 Apr. 2026

Parents say having positive women of color as role models is crucial for building self-confidence in girls of color. —Kamren Curiel, Los Angeles Times, 27 Mar. 2026

The games have given multiple generations of American girls the chance for the life lessons, an identity and a source of self-confidence that sports can provide. —Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Mar. 2026

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