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[[File:Lion.jpg|right|thumbnail|300px|"The wicked flee when no one is pursuing, But the [[Righteousness|righteous]] are bold as a [[lion]]." - Proverbs 28:1 (NASB) ]]

[[File:Lion.jpg|right|thumbnail|300px|"The wicked flee when no one is pursuing, But the [[Righteousness|righteous]] are bold as a [[lion]]." - Proverbs 28:1 (NASB) ]]

'''Self-confidence''' is the faith and/or belief that one will act in a right, proper, or effective way.<ref>[https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/confidence Confidence], Merriam-Webster dictionary</ref> In addition, it can also involved confidence in one's abilities via competence (See: [[Self-efficacy]]).<ref>[https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/confidence Confidence], Merriam-Webster dictionary</ref>  The word confidence comes from the Latin word fidere which means "to trust".

The Oxford English Dictionary defines '''self-confidence''' as a belief or assurance in one's own abilities, qualities, and judgment, essentially a feeling of trust in oneself and one's capacity to succeed. It is also synonymous with self-assurance and reflects a positive attitude and a sense of inner strength.  

Overconfidence, which is excessive confidence often to an overwhelming degree, is called [[hubris]].

Overconfidence, which is excessive confidence often to an overwhelming degree, is called [[hubris]].