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give confidence

VERB
reassure
Synonyms
STRONGEST
assure bolster buoy cheer comfort console convince encourage hearten inspire relieve
STRONG
brace guarantee inspirit
WEAK
give a lift perk up pick up put one's mind to rest snap one out of it
Antonyms
STRONGEST
annoy bring down depress discourage dishearten dispirit dissuade hurt trouble upset
WEAK
unnerve

Example Sentences

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Nothing we have seen so far can give confidence that wading deeper now ends in a quick victory.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

Orlando Camacho, a lawmaker on the Energy and Petroleum commission, said during the debate that the reforms "can help increase all the legal guarantees that allow us to give confidence to national and international investment."

From Barron's • Mar. 10, 2026

“Without a new permanent program to give confidence to restaurants to invest in the future, a lot of the outdoor dining fell apart.”

From Slate • Nov. 2, 2024

It is hoped the clear focus on heat pumps will also give confidence to businesses, triggering investment in manufacturing, skills and training.

From BBC • Jul. 15, 2024

With words to give confidence and encouragement, Ernest tried to calm poor Arden’s fears; yet he himself turned many an anxious glance towards the yacht.

From Ernest Bracebridge School Days by Thomas, William I.