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.

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WordMeaning
cajoleto persuade with flattery or gentle urging especially in the face of reluctance : coax
carata unit of fineness for gold equal to ¹/₂₄ part of pure gold in an alloy
homagea feudal ceremony by which a man acknowledges himself the vassal of a lord
girtha band or strap that encircles the body of an animal to fasten something (such as a saddle) on its back
heedto pay attention
rancorbitter deep-seated ill will
preeminenthaving paramount rank, dignity, or importance : outstanding
disenfranchiseto deprive of a franchise, of a legal right, or of some privilege or immunity
gainsayto declare to be untrue or invalid
jibeto be in accord : agree