confidently — in a way that shows belief in one's own abilities or in the certainty of something
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: in a way that shows belief in one's own abilities or in the certainty of something
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkɑːn.fɪ.dənt.li/
Example Sentences
- Even though he forgot his lines, the actor confidently made up new dialogue on the spot.
- She confidently told everyone she could eat ten hamburgers, but stopped after three.
- The scientist confidently presented her research findings to the committee.
confidently
ADVERB[/ˈkɑːn.fɪ.dənt.li/]
in a way that shows belief in one's own abilities or in the certainty of something
💡 Concept
She confidently walked to the podium and began her speech without notes.
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🎤Pronunciation
🇺🇸 US/ˈkɑːn.fɪ.dənt.li/
🇬🇧 UK/ˈkɒn.fɪ.dənt.li/
🌳Etymology
Prefixcon--
Rootfid
Suffix--ently/-ly
🎵Rhyme
evidently
presidently
🔗Collocations
speak confidently
confidently assert
walk confidently
answer confidently
confidently predict
smile confidently
📝Examples
😄 Fun example
“Even though he forgot his lines, the actor confidently made up new dialogue on the spot.”
😄 Fun example
“She confidently told everyone she could eat ten hamburgers, but stopped after three.”
“The scientist confidently presented her research findings to the committee.”
“You should confidently pursue your dreams, even if others doubt you.”
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