assurance
nounA statement or promise intended to establish confidence or remove doubt.
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nounA firmly held belief.
diffident
adjectiveLacking confidence in one's own abilities or position.
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disconcerting
adjectiveCausing uneasiness, confusion, or a loss of confidence.
insecure
adjectiveNot stable or assured, or lacking confidence about one's position.
Lacking confidence
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morale
nounThe confidence, enthusiasm, and sense of purpose of a person or group.
presumptuous
adjectiveOverstepping proper limits through excessive confidence or boldness.
timorous
adjectiveShowing fearfulness or a lack of confidence.
undermine
verbTo weaken support, confidence, or effectiveness, often gradually or indirectly.
unsettling
adjectiveCausing uneasiness or disturbing confidence and composure.
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