# confidently

**Pronunciation:** /ˈkɒnfɪdəntli/ · KON-fi-dent-lee

**CEFR level:** B2

**Part of speech:** adverb

## Meaning

In a way that shows a feeling of self-assurance or certainty, without doubt or hesitation.

## Examples

- She walked onto the stage confidently, ready to deliver her speech.
- He answered all the interview questions confidently, impressing the panel.
- The team played confidently, knowing they had prepared well for the match.

## Synonyms

- surely — implies certainty, sometimes without active self-assurance
- assuredly — with a strong sense of certainty and self-possession
- boldly — with courage and a willingness to take risks
- positively — with an optimistic and certain outlook

## Antonyms

- hesitantly — with doubt or reluctance
- nervously — with anxiety or fear
- timidly — showing a lack of courage or confidence

## Common patterns

- confidently assert — to state something as true with strong belief — The lawyer confidently asserted his client's innocence.
- confidently predict — to forecast an outcome with certainty — Analysts confidently predicted a rise in stock prices.
- confidently approach — to deal with a situation or person with self-assurance — She decided to confidently approach her boss about the promotion.

## Collocations

- speak confidently — He learned to speak confidently in public after joining a debate club.
- state confidently — The scientist could confidently state her findings after years of research.
- answer confidently — Despite the difficult questions, she answered confidently and clearly.

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