confident

/ˈkɒn.fɪ.dənt/adjective

Feeling certain about something or sure of your own abilities.

Example sentence

“She walked into the interview feeling calm and confident.”

Do not confuse with 'confidant', a person you trust with secrets; the feminine form 'confidante' adds an e.

Featured as word of the day on January 5, 2026.

Related words

embarrassedFeeling awkward, ashamed, or self-conscious about something.curiousEager to learn or find things out; sometimes, too interested in other people's business.disappointedUnhappy because something you hoped for did not happen.calmQuiet and relaxed, without anger, worry, or disturbance.surprisedFeeling or showing amazement because something unexpected has happened.anxiousFeeling worried or uneasy, especially about something uncertain or still to come.