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COCKSURENESS Synonyms

There are 11 synonyms of the word cocksureness. (exact relations)
There are 6 hypernyms of the word cocksureness. (close relations)
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overconfidence
nounn
noun

• total certainty or greater certainty than circumstances warrant

arrogance
nounn
noun

• overbearing pride evidenced by a superior manner toward inferiors

audacity
nounn
noun

• fearless daring

• aggressive boldness or unmitigated effrontery

boldness
nounn
noun

• the trait of being willing to undertake things that involve risk or danger

• impudent aggressiveness

• the quality of standing out strongly and distinctly

conceit
nounn
noun

• feelings of excessive pride

• an elaborate poetic image or a far-fetched comparison of very dissimilar things

• a witty or ingenious turn of phrase

• an artistic device or effect

• the trait of being unduly vain and conceited; false pride

haughtiness
nounn
noun

• overbearing pride evidenced by a superior manner toward inferiors

hubris
nounn
noun

• overbearing pride or presumption

presumptuousness
nounn
noun

• audacious (even arrogant) behavior that you have no right to

self-assurance
nounn
noun

• freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities

swagger
verb, noun, adjectivev, n, adj
noun

• an itinerant Australian laborer who carries his personal belongings in a bundle as he travels around in search of work

• a proud stiff pompous gait

adjective satellite

• (British informal) very chic

verb

• to walk with a lofty proud gait, often in an attempt to impress others

• discourage or frighten with threats or a domineering manner; intimidate

• act in an arrogant, overly self-assured, or conceited manner

certitude
nounn
noun

• total certainty or greater certainty than circumstances warrant

Best Hypernyms For COCKSURENESS

Here is a list of related hypernyms for cocksureness, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
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certainty assurance confidence poise self-assurance self-confidence

Alternatives for OVERCONFIDENCE

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