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self-assurance

[ ˌself.əˈʃʊər.əns ]

Noun

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confidence

Self-assurance is a feeling of trust in one's abilities, qualities, and judgment. It is the belief in oneself to handle situations with poise and certainty.

Synonyms

assurance, confidence, self-confidence, self-reliance.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
self-assurance	Used when referring to a personal, inward sense of certainty and confidence in one's own abilities. It often carries a positive connotation of internal strength. Her self-assurance during the presentation was impressive. His self-assurance helped him manage the team effectively.
confidence	Refers to a general feeling of trust in one's abilities, qualities, and judgment. It is broadly applicable in various situations. He has a lot of confidence in his skills. Public speaking requires a lot of confidence.
self-confidence	Specifically highlights a strong belief in one’s own abilities and making decisions. It might emphasize a person’s positive self-image. Her self-confidence grew after the successful project. Self-confidence is key in achieving one's goals.
assurance	Describes the state of feeling certain or confident about something, often used when providing reassurance to others. She gave her assurance that everything would be fine. Their assurance of quality boosted customer trust.
self-reliance	Used when stressing an individual's ability to depend on themselves for what they need. Often valued as a trait of independence. He showed remarkable self-reliance in managing his new business. Self-reliance can lead to greater personal freedom.

Examples of usage

I approached the interview with self-assurance, knowing that I had prepared thoroughly.
Her self-assurance in public speaking made her a natural leader.
With self-assurance, you can tackle challenges with resilience and determination.

Translations

Translations of the word "self-assurance" in other languages:

🇵🇹 autoconfiança

🇮🇳 आत्मविश्वास

🇩🇪 Selbstvertrauen

🇮🇩 kepercayaan diri

🇺🇦 самовпевненість

🇵🇱 pewność siebie

🇯🇵 自信

🇫🇷 assurance de soi

🇪🇸 autoconfianza

🇹🇷 özgüven

🇰🇷 자신감

🇸🇦 الثقة بالنفس

🇨🇿 sebevědomí

🇸🇰 sebavedomie

🇨🇳 自信

🇸🇮 samozavest

🇮🇸 sjálfstraust

🇰🇿 өз-өзіне сенім

🇬🇪 თვითდაჯერებულობა

🇦🇿 özünəinam

🇲🇽 autoconfianza

Etymology

The term self-assurance dates back to the mid-17th century and is derived from the combination of 'self' and 'assurance'. It reflects the idea of having trust and confidence in oneself, which is essential for personal growth and success.