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-confidently
adverb
Examples of self-confidence in a Sentence
for so young a pianist, he has remarkable composure and self-confidence on stage
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Industry programs and conferences geared toward women are great development resources for anyone interested in strengthening their support systems, building their self-confidence and discovering countless opportunities.
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Anita Nelson, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
That shouldn’t be surprising, as these types of environments often harm mental health, destroy self-confidence and lower productivity.
—Alora Bopray, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2025
And Hawley certainly doesn’t lack for either self-confidence or the willingness to publicly assert it.
—Alan Sepinwall, Rolling Stone, 2 Sep. 2025
Expect big realizations about your identity, self-confidence and what truly feels authentic, both personally and professionally.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 1 Sep. 2025
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Anita Nelson, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
That shouldn’t be surprising, as these types of environments often harm mental health, destroy self-confidence and lower productivity.
—Alora Bopray, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2025
And Hawley certainly doesn’t lack for either self-confidence or the willingness to publicly assert it.
—Alan Sepinwall, Rolling Stone, 2 Sep. 2025
Expect big realizations about your identity, self-confidence and what truly feels authentic, both personally and professionally.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 1 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for self-confidence
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“Self-confidence.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/self-confidence. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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