Cocksure

Pronunciation: /ˈkɑkˌʃʊr/

Definitions of cocksure

adjective showing unwarranted confidence or arrogance

Example Sentences

A1 He was cocksure that he would pass the exam.

A2 She was so cocksure of her abilities that she didn't even study for the test.

B1 His cocksure attitude often rubbed people the wrong way.

B2 Despite his cocksure demeanor, he still had moments of self-doubt.

C1 Her cocksure behavior masked a deep insecurity within.

C2 His cocksure nature often alienated those around him who valued humility.

Examples of cocksure in a Sentence

formal He was so cocksure of his abilities that he never doubted himself.

informal Don't be so cocksure about winning the game, anything can happen.

slang He struts around like he's cocksure, but deep down he's just insecure.

figurative Her cocksure attitude was a shield to hide her insecurities.

Grammatical Forms of cocksure

• past tense: cocksured
• plural: cocksures
• comparative: more cocksure
• superlative: most cocksure
• present tense: cocksures
• future tense: will be cocksure
• perfect tense: have been cocksure
• continuous tense: is being cocksure
• singular: cocksure
• positive degree: cocksure
• infinitive: to be cocksure
• gerund: cocksuring
• participle: cocksured

Origin and Evolution of cocksure

First Known Use: 1590 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'cocksure' originated from the combination of 'cock' meaning bold or arrogant, and 'sure' meaning certain or confident.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe someone who is overly confident or arrogant, the word 'cocksure' has evolved to also convey a sense of being overly self-assured or presumptuous.