Word
confidently
Phoneticscon·fi·dent·ly, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈkɑnfədəntɫi/
UK/kˈɒnfɪdəntli/
Adverb of manner
Definition
adv. in a way that shows you trust yourself or your knowledge. You use it when you are sure about something and do not feel shy or doubtful.
adv. in a manner showing self-assurance, certainty, or lack of hesitation. Typically modifies verbs of speech, action, or belief.
Examples
“She answered the difficult question confidently.”
“The candidate spoke confidently during the interview, making eye contact with every panel member.”
“Despite the overwhelming evidence against him, he maintained his innocence confidently, refusing to acknowledge the possibility of error.”
Examples
simple
“She answered the difficult question confidently.”
contextual
“The candidate spoke confidently during the interview, making eye contact with every panel member.”
complex
“Despite the overwhelming evidence against him, he maintained his innocence confidently, refusing to acknowledge the possibility of error.”
Etymology
From confident + -ly.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Word family
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ADVERB
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B1 PreliminaryIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.4.0–5.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 3.0–3.544–71TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.550–784
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- B1 · Intermediate
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