confidence

• 对自己能力或判断的信任感；对某人或某事的可靠性的信赖；也可指自信或把握。

A noun referring to a feeling of self-assurance, trust in one's abilities, or belief in the reliability of someone or something.

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1. Self-assuranceB1formal

   A feeling of trust in one's own abilities, qualities, or judgment.

   自信

   • She spoke with confidence during the presentation.
   • He lacks confidence when meeting new people.
   • Practice will help you build confidence in your skills.

   同义词aplombassuranceboldnesscertitudecomposurecouragenervepoiseself-assuranceself-confidenceself-possessionself-reliance

   反义词diffidenceinsecurityself-doubttimidityuncertainty

2. Trust in someone or somethingB2formal

   The belief that someone or something is reliable, good, or honest.

   信任

   • The public has lost confidence in the government.
   • I have complete confidence in her ability to lead the team.
   • He placed his confidence in the new system.

   同义词beliefcredencefaithreliancetrust

   反义词distrustdoubtmistrust

3. C1formal

   A secret or private matter shared with someone in trust.

   秘密

   • She shared her confidences with her closest friend.
   • He betrayed her confidence by telling others.
   • They exchanged confidences over a cup of coffee.

   同义词disclosuresecret