What does confident mean?
Confident means Very sure of something; positive..
Confident
/ˈkɒnfɪdənt/ · adjective
Meaning
Very sure of something; positive..
Definitions by Sense
- Very sure of something; positive.
- Self-assured, self-reliant, sure of oneself.
- (obsolete, derogatory) Forward, impudent.
- Obsolete form of confidant.
Example Sentences
I'm pretty confident that she's not lying, she's acting normally.
He was confident of success.
I was rated as the most confident ruffian, for daring to approach her room at that hour of night.
He managed this consultation with exceeding secrecy, admitting only four or five of his confidents, on whom he most relied
a certain Lawyer , a great Confident of the Rebels
Synonyms for confident
Antonyms for confident
Related Words
Word Forms
- more confident
- most confident
- confidents
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for confident?
Common synonyms include positive, cocksure, bold, assured.
What is the opposite of confident?
Possible antonyms include insecure, shy, unconfident.
How do you use confident in a sentence?
I'm pretty confident that she's not lying, she's acting normally.
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