Unconfident

Pronunciation: /ʌnˈkɑnfɪdənt/

Definitions of unconfident

adjective describing someone who lacks confidence or self-assurance

Example Sentences

A1 She feels unconfident when speaking in front of a large group.

A2 He becomes unconfident when trying something new for the first time.

B1 The student's unconfident demeanor in class is affecting their grades.

B2 Despite her years of experience, she still feels unconfident in her abilities.

C1 His unconfident attitude is holding him back from reaching his full potential.

C2 Even the most successful people can sometimes feel unconfident in certain situations.

Examples of unconfident in a Sentence

formal She appeared unconfident during the presentation, stumbling over her words and avoiding eye contact.

informal I feel unconfident about asking him out on a date, I'm afraid he might say no.

slang I'm feeling so unconfident about this job interview, I don't think I'll get it.

figurative His unconfident demeanor was like a dark cloud hanging over the room, affecting everyone's mood.

Grammatical Forms of unconfident

• past tense: unconfident
• plural: unconfidents
• comparative: less confident
• superlative: least confident
• present tense: is unconfident
• future tense: will be unconfident
• perfect tense: has been unconfident
• continuous tense: is being unconfident
• singular: unconfident
• positive degree: confident
• infinitive: to be unconfident
• gerund: being unconfident
• participle: unconfident

Origin and Evolution of unconfident

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'unconfident' is derived from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'confident' which comes from the Latin word 'confidentem' meaning 'trusting'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in the early 17th century, 'unconfident' has evolved to become a common term to describe a lack of self-assurance or belief in one's abilities.