assuredness
/ə'ʃuədnis/
Definition
Noun: 1. A state of confidence and certainty: The quality of being confident in oneself or in the truth or certainty of something. 2. Composure and self-possession: A calm, controlled, and confident manner, especially under pressure.
Usage
Assuredness is an uncountable noun. It describes a personal quality of confidence and certainty. It is often used to describe someone's demeanor or attitude.
Examples
- She answered the difficult questions with complete assuredness.
- His assuredness in his own abilities inspired the whole team.
- The leader spoke with an assuredness that calmed the nervous crowd.
- There was a quiet assuredness in the way he handled the crisis.
Advanced Usage
- With an air of assuredness: This phrase emphasizes the visible or perceived quality of confidence someone projects.
- He entered the negotiation with an air of assuredness.
- A sense of assuredness: This refers to an internal feeling of confidence.
- After thorough preparation, she felt a deep sense of assuredness.
Variants and Related Words
- Assured (adjective): Confident and self-possessed.
- He gave an assured performance.
- Self-assuredness (noun): Confidence in one's own abilities or judgment. This is a close synonym, often used interchangeably with .
- Assurance (noun): A positive declaration intended to give confidence; a promise. It can also mean confidence or certainty, but often refers to the thing that provides confidence rather than the state itself.
- He gave me his assurance that the work would be done. She lacks assurance in social situations.
Synonyms
- Confidence
- Self-confidence
- Self-assurance
- Composure
- Poise
- Certainty
Antonyms
- Doubt
- Uncertainty
- Insecurity
- Hesitation
- Anxiety
Noun
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great coolness and composure under strain
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keep your cool
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