to be confident

The phrase “to be confident” has 5 syllables: to be con-fi-dent

It's pronounced as /tu bi ˈkɑnfɪdənt/


What is synonym and antonym for to be confident?

In the thesaurus, “to be confident” has 7 synonyms and 7 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for to be confident along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for to be confident

  • to be assertive
  • to be certain
  • to be positive
  • to be self-assured
  • to be sure of oneself
  • to feel secure
  • to have self-confidence

Antonyms for to be confident

  • to be doubtful
  • to be hesitant
  • to be insecure
  • to be uncertain
  • to be unsure
  • to feel anxious or nervous
  • to lack confidence

Example Sentences

  • She wants to be confident before her presentation.
  • It takes time to be confident in a new skill.
  • He practiced daily to be confident on stage.
  • They encouraged her to be confident in her decisions.
  • I hope to be confident when facing challenges.

On this page you'll find 14 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to to be confident, such as: to be assertive, to be certain, to be doubtful, to be hesitant, to be insecure, to be positive, to be self-assured.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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