GRE Word List

CONFIDENCE

a feeling or consciousness of one's powers or of reliance on one's circumstances

The meaning of the word confidence is a feeling or consciousness of one's powers or of reliance on one's circumstances.

Random words

WordMeaning
warrantsanction
disarraya lack of order or sequence : confusion
self-righteousconvinced of one's own righteousness especially in contrast with the actions and beliefs of others : narrow-mindedly moralistic
collusionsecret agreement or cooperation especially for an illegal or deceitful purpose
forfeitsomething forfeited or subject to being forfeited (as for a crime, offense, or neglect of duty) : penalty
incendiaryigniting combustible materials spontaneously
mantlea loose sleeveless garment worn over other clothes : cloak
forswearto make a liar of (oneself) under or as if under oath
prototypean original model on which something is patterned : archetype
purgeto clear of guilt