noun

confidence

Translation

confidence, trust, self-assurance

He has a lot of confidence in his abilities.

I have complete confidence in her.

They spoke in confidence about the new project.

((in sth./sb.)) belief in the ability of (sth./sb.) I have complete confidence in her.

((to do sth.)) the feeling of being certain of your own abilities She has the confidence to speak in public.

((in confidence)) as a secret They spoke in confidence about the new project.

Synonyms: self-assurance, trust, certainty; Antonyms: doubt, insecurity

From Latin 'confidentia', from 'confidere' meaning 'to have full trust'. 'con-' (with) + 'fidere' (to trust).

The noun form of 'confide'. It's the feeling of 'trust' in yourself or others.