self-assurance

noun

self-as·​sur·​ance ˌself-ə-ˈshu̇r-ən(t)s How to pronounce self-assurance (audio)
-ˈshər-

Examples of self-assurance in a Sentence

because of her self-assurance she could bring herself to quit her dead-end job and start her own company
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With his back to play and so close to his own goal, positional awareness and self-assurance is key. Thom Harris, The Athletic, 7 Aug. 2024 Continuous learning builds self-assurance and positions the entrepreneur as an expert in their industry. Cheryl Robinson, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024 For those who want to do it, going down the rabbit hole of polls can be a choose-your-own-adventure tale of self-assurance, self-torture, and deep confusion. Philip Elliott, TIME, 1 Nov. 2024 With layers that start below the chin and frame your face so flattering, this hairstyle is supposed to exude the self-assurance and effortlessly chic attitude of the quintessential 1990s model cuts (think Cindy Crawford and Claudia Schiffer). Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 28 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for self-assurance 

Word History

First Known Use

1595, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of self-assurance was in 1595

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“Self-assurance.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/self-assurance. Accessed 1 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

self-assurance

noun
self-as·​sur·​ance
ˌsel-fə-ˈshu̇r-ən(t)s

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