What is the antonym of “dubitancy”?
The antonyms of dubitancy are certainty and confidence. The antonyms certainty and confidence convey a positive and assured state of mind. They imply a lack of doubt, hesitation, or uncertainty.
Brief Definitions of the Antonym(s)
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The state of being completely confident and sure about something.
Example
I can say with certainty that she will be there on time.
A feeling of self-assurance arising from one's appreciation of one's abilities or qualities.
Example
He spoke with confidence and conviction, knowing he had prepared well for the presentation.
How are these antonyms different from each other?
- 1Certainty is a state of being completely confident and sure about something.
- 2Confidence is a feeling of self-assurance arising from one's appreciation of one's abilities or qualities.
Good things to know
- 1Expressing Belief: Use certainty to express complete confidence in a statement or belief.
- 2Self-Assurance: Use confidence to describe a feeling of self-assurance arising from one's abilities or qualities.
- 3Decision Making: Use these antonyms to describe the level of certainty or confidence in decision making.