assuredness

Unwavering inner conviction

Assuredness is the quality of being certain or confident.

It describes a composed self-possession that comes across in manner or speech: She spoke with an assuredness that commanded attention.

The word emphasizes the visible or felt quality of confidence rather than the internal state itself.

confidence

self-confidence

Faith in one's capabilities

self-possession · composure · aplomb · self-esteem · nerve · self-reliance · fearlessness · presence · bearing · cool-headedness

certainty

conviction

Firmly held belief

definiteness · positiveness · firmness · decisiveness · resolve · determination · unhesitating · unquestioning · absolute · unequivocal

demeanor

poise

Graceful, unshakable calm

elegance · refinement · sophistication · polish · finesse · cool · calm · serenity · collectedness · self-control

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Opposites
certainty/confidence

assurednessuncertainty

State of being unsure

doubt · incertitude · disbelief · dubiousness · skepticism

self-confidence/composure

assurednessinsecurity

Uncertainty about oneself

self-doubt · anxiety · nervousness · timidity · diffidence

decisiveness

assurednessindecisiveness

Failure to commit

irresolution · hesitation · hesitancy · vacillation · wavering

Family

assured, ensure, insure, insurance, reassure, assurance, assure, unassuming, reassuring

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Used worldwide · Timeless · Abstract · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G