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confident

[kon-fi-duhnt] / ˈkɒn fɪ dənt /




Usage

What are other ways to say confident? The adjective confident emphasizes the strength of the belief or the certainty of expectation felt. Positive implies emphatic certainty, which may even become overconfidence or dogmatism. Certain suggests that there are definite reasons that have freed one from doubt. Sure, the simplest and most general term, expresses mere absence of doubt. 

Example Sentences

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President Trump arrives in Beijing this week for talks with a Chinese government that is confident as ever in its ascendance on the world stage.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

Businesses are also staying confident about tapping public markets despite the prevailing uncertainty.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

In a more confident, profitable environment, or when Hollywood is churning out films more regularly, a commercial dud might be easily absorbed.

From Barron's • May 11, 2026

It is now the lead trade partner for more than 120 countries, but Xi will know he cannot appear too confident during Trump's visit.

From BBC • May 11, 2026

“Ah, the mighty Taakora,” a voice says—smooth, confident, and reprimanding.

From "Kwame Crashes the Underworld" by Craig Kofi Farmer




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