confidence

/ˈkɑnfɪdəns/
noun
  1. The feeling that you can trust, believe in, and be sure about the abilities or qualities of someone or something.
    • I have full confidence in your ability to solve this problem.
    • The team's confidence grew after winning three games in a row.
    • She spoke with great confidence during her presentation.
  2. A feeling of self-assurance arising from one's own abilities or qualities.
    • His confidence helped him make friends easily.
    • Learning to ride a bike gave her a lot of confidence.
    • You need confidence to stand up and speak in front of a crowd.
  3. A secret or private matter told to someone in trust.
    • She shared a confidence with her best friend.
    • The two sisters exchanged confidences late into the night.
    • He told me a confidence that I promised never to repeat.
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