Main entry: sureness, assurance, authority, confidence, self-assurance, self-confidence
Definition: freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities
Usage: his assurance in his superiority did not make him popular; after that failure he lost his confidence; she spoke with authority
Main entry: assurance
Definition: a statement intended to inspire confidence
Usage: the President's assurances were not respected
Definition: a binding commitment to do or give or refrain from something
Usage: an assurance of help when needed; signed a pledge never to reveal the secret
Main entry: assurance
Definition: a British term for some kinds of insurance