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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Kamal Morgan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 July 2025
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The additions will support the riding center’s efforts to help individuals build self-confidence, develop independence and experience the healing bond between horse and human through horseback riding and horsemanship.
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Normalize giving and receiving feedback on your team to decrease defensiveness and increase self-confidence.
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Kamal Morgan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 July 2025
Since style is largely about having the autonomy to wear trends or your favorite pieces in a manner that evokes self-confidence, many of the players in the W have this notion on lock.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 16 July 2025
The additions will support the riding center’s efforts to help individuals build self-confidence, develop independence and experience the healing bond between horse and human through horseback riding and horsemanship.
—Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 July 2025
Normalize giving and receiving feedback on your team to decrease defensiveness and increase self-confidence.
—Cheri Rainey, Forbes.com, 15 July 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 29 Jul. 2025.
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