confident

US /ˈkɑnfɪdənt/

UK /ˈkɒnfɪdənt/

A2

adjective

  • Feeling that you can do well at something
  • Bold and assertive in style or manner.
  • Having a strong belief in the truth or certainty of something.
  • Feeling or showing assurance and self-reliance.
  • Displaying assurance and a belief in one's own powers.
  • Optimistic and sure of a positive outcome.

noun

  • A person who is self-assured and believes in their abilities.

Examples

He came out of the interview feeling quietly confident. She sauntered onto the set, looking serenely confident.

We are confident about the future.