Sure of yourself

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adjective

Feeling confident in oneself or in one's abilities.

You seem very sure of yourself. I admire that.
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Often appears as...

  • feel sure of yourself
  • be sure of yourself
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Context Matters

Use 'sure of yourself' when the situation involves personal confidence, not when talking about being certain of facts or information.

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After practicing for weeks, she was sure of herself during the performance.
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Positive Connotation

The phrase 'sure of yourself' often implies positivity like self-confidence, but be aware it can sometimes be perceived as arrogance.

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His sureness of himself was inspiring, though some found it overbearing.
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Personal Growth

Often used to describe someone who has grown or developed, gaining confidence in specific areas or generally.

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She used to be shy, but now she's really sure of herself and speaks up.
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