1570s, "self-reliant, sure of oneself," from Middle French confident, from Latin confidentem (nominative confidens) "firmly trusting, reliant, self-confident, bold, daring," present participle of confidere (see confidence). Related: Confidently.
权威例句
1. He was confident the allies would make good on their pledges.
他相信盟友们会履行他们的承诺。
2. She has now changed into a happy, self-confident woman.
如今她已经变成一个快乐、自信的女人。
3. If there has to be a replay we are confident of victory.
如果重新比赛,我们有信心取得胜利。
4. Management is confident about the way business is progressing.
管理层对业务发展的态势充满信心。
5. He's very forward and confident and chats happily to other people.