confidence

Related to confidence: confidence interval

a confidence game

A method of inspiring someone's trust and then deceiving them. Don't fall for Tony's sad story—he's known for playing confidence games.

be in (one's) confidence

To be viewed as trustworthy enough to know one's private information. I can't tell you what Phil said—I'm in his confidence!

See also: confidence

con artist

1. A person who exploits the vulnerability of others for their own sake by manipulating and taking advantage of their confidence (the act of which is known as a confidence trick or game). It is the common abbreviation of the full term, "confidence artist." Be wary of con artists who send emails claiming to be a bank or some other trustworthy establishment: they often ask for your personal bank details to have access to your finances.

2. By extension, a person who is skilled at duplicity, cajolery, or self-serving manipulation or persuasion. John is such a con artist, always convincing others to pay for him on nights out under the pretense that he'll "pay them back later."

con man

1. A man who exploits the vulnerability of others for his own sake by manipulating and taking advantage of their confidence (the act of which is known as a confidence trick or game). It is the common abbreviation of the full term, "confidence man." Be wary of con men who send emails claiming to be a bank or some other trustworthy establishment: they often ask for your personal bank details so as to have access to your finances.

2. By extension, a man who is skilled at duplicity, cajolery, or self-serving manipulation or persuasion. John is such a con man, always convincing others to pay for him on nights out under the pretense that he'll "pay them back later."

confidence-building measure

Any action taken to eliminate or reduce the fear of attack or escalation of conflict between two or more parties, as in international politics, interpersonal communication, business interactions, etc. The term is usually pluralized. The two countries, long on the brink of all-out war, have introduced several confidence-building measures between their governments to facilitate better communication and hopefully avert the need for a military offensive by either side. One of our goals in marriage counseling is to create confidence-building measures between spouses, so that each person learns to communicate their frustrations before they turn into a source of conflict.

have confidence in (someone or something)

To trust or have faith in someone or something. I know you'll pass this test—I have confidence in you. After being a lawyer for so many years, do you still have confidence in the legal system?

in confidence

In private; with the understanding that what was said will not be revealed. Sometimes used with the modifiers "strict" or "the strictest." I can't believe you told your husband about my operation—I told that to you in confidence! Gentlemen, please be aware that this meeting is being held in the strictest confidence.

See also: confidence

take (someone) into (one's) confidence

To tell someone information with the understanding that they will not reveal what was said. Daniel, we've taken you into our confidence to discuss the direction of the company, and where we see you fitting into it. You're the only person I've taken into my confidence about this, so please don't discuss it with anyone else.

vote of confidence

An expression or indication of one's confidence in or support of someone or something. Often used sarcastically or ironically to indicate the opposite. Thank you for your vote of confidence during the board meeting, boss. It means a lot to me to have your support on this project. A: "I just don't think you have what it takes to be a professional dancer." B: "Wow, thanks for the vote of confidence, Mom."

have confidence in someone

to trust someone; to know that someone will be true. I have confidence in you, and I know you will do well. Randy tends not to have confidence in anyone.

take someone into one's confidence

to trust someone with confidential information; to tell a secret to someone and trust the person to keep the secret. We are good friends, but I didn't feel I could take her into my confidence. I know something very important about Jean. Can I take you into my confidence?

vote of confidence

Fig. a poll taken to discover whether or not a person, party, etc., still has the majority's support. The government easily won the vote of confidence called for by the opposition. The president of the club resigned when one of the members called for a vote of confidence in his leadership.

confidence game

Also, confidence trick; con game. A swindle in which the victim is defrauded after his or her trust has been won. For example, The police warned of a confidence game in which people were asked to turn over valuables for a so-called appraisal , or The typical confidence trick is easy to spot if you know what to look for, or I almost let myself be taken in by her con game-she seemed so sincere. These terms, which use confidence in the sense of "trust," date from the mid-1800s. They also gave rise to confidence man (or con man) for the swindler.

in confidence

Also, in strict confidence. Privately, on condition that what is said will not be revealed. For example, The doctor told her in confidence that her mother was terminally ill, or He told us in strict confidence that Gail was pregnant. This idiom was first recorded in 1632. Also see take into one's confidence.

See also: confidence

take into one's confidence

Trust someone with a secret, as in She took me into her confidence and admitted that she was quitting next month. This idiom uses confidence in the sense of "trust," a usage dating from the late 1500s.

be in somebody’s ˈconfidence

be trusted with somebody’s secrets: He is said to be very much in the President’s confidence.

See also: confidence

take somebody into your ˈconfidence

tell somebody your secret plans, problems, etc: She’s the only person I’ve taken into my confidence about it.

con man

and con artist

n. someone who makes a living by swindling people. Gary is a con artist, but at least he’s not on the dole. I was taken by a real con man!

con artist

verb

See con man

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释义	confidence Related to confidence: confidence interval a confidence game A method of inspiring someone's trust and then deceiving them. Don't fall for Tony's sad story—he's known for playing confidence games. See also: confidence, game be in (one's) confidence To be viewed as trustworthy enough to know one's private information. I can't tell you what Phil said—I'm in his confidence! See also: confidence con artist 1. A person who exploits the vulnerability of others for their own sake by manipulating and taking advantage of their confidence (the act of which is known as a confidence trick or game). It is the common abbreviation of the full term, "confidence artist." Be wary of con artists who send emails claiming to be a bank or some other trustworthy establishment: they often ask for your personal bank details to have access to your finances. 2. By extension, a person who is skilled at duplicity, cajolery, or self-serving manipulation or persuasion. John is such a con artist, always convincing others to pay for him on nights out under the pretense that he'll "pay them back later." See also: artist, con con man 1. A man who exploits the vulnerability of others for his own sake by manipulating and taking advantage of their confidence (the act of which is known as a confidence trick or game). It is the common abbreviation of the full term, "confidence man." Be wary of con men who send emails claiming to be a bank or some other trustworthy establishment: they often ask for your personal bank details so as to have access to your finances. 2. By extension, a man who is skilled at duplicity, cajolery, or self-serving manipulation or persuasion. John is such a con man, always convincing others to pay for him on nights out under the pretense that he'll "pay them back later." See also: con, man confidence-building measure Any action taken to eliminate or reduce the fear of attack or escalation of conflict between two or more parties, as in international politics, interpersonal communication, business interactions, etc. The term is usually pluralized. The two countries, long on the brink of all-out war, have introduced several confidence-building measures between their governments to facilitate better communication and hopefully avert the need for a military offensive by either side. One of our goals in marriage counseling is to create confidence-building measures between spouses, so that each person learns to communicate their frustrations before they turn into a source of conflict. See also: measure have confidence in (someone or something) To trust or have faith in someone or something. I know you'll pass this test—I have confidence in you. After being a lawyer for so many years, do you still have confidence in the legal system? See also: confidence, have in confidence In private; with the understanding that what was said will not be revealed. Sometimes used with the modifiers "strict" or "the strictest." I can't believe you told your husband about my operation—I told that to you in confidence! Gentlemen, please be aware that this meeting is being held in the strictest confidence. See also: confidence take (someone) into (one's) confidence To tell someone information with the understanding that they will not reveal what was said. Daniel, we've taken you into our confidence to discuss the direction of the company, and where we see you fitting into it. You're the only person I've taken into my confidence about this, so please don't discuss it with anyone else. See also: confidence, take vote of confidence An expression or indication of one's confidence in or support of someone or something. Often used sarcastically or ironically to indicate the opposite. Thank you for your vote of confidence during the board meeting, boss. It means a lot to me to have your support on this project. A: "I just don't think you have what it takes to be a professional dancer." B: "Wow, thanks for the vote of confidence, Mom." See also: confidence, of, vote Farlex Dictionary of Idioms. have confidence in someone to trust someone; to know that someone will be true. I have confidence in you, and I know you will do well. Randy tends not to have confidence in anyone. See also: confidence, have take someone into one's confidence to trust someone with confidential information; to tell a secret to someone and trust the person to keep the secret. We are good friends, but I didn't feel I could take her into my confidence. I know something very important about Jean. Can I take you into my confidence? See also: confidence, take vote of confidence Fig. a poll taken to discover whether or not a person, party, etc., still has the majority's support. The government easily won the vote of confidence called for by the opposition. The president of the club resigned when one of the members called for a vote of confidence in his leadership. See also: confidence, of, vote McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs. confidence game Also, confidence trick; con game. A swindle in which the victim is defrauded after his or her trust has been won. For example, The police warned of a confidence game in which people were asked to turn over valuables for a so-called appraisal , or The typical confidence trick is easy to spot if you know what to look for, or I almost let myself be taken in by her con game-she seemed so sincere. These terms, which use confidence in the sense of "trust," date from the mid-1800s. They also gave rise to confidence man (or con man) for the swindler. See also: confidence, game in confidence Also, in strict confidence. Privately, on condition that what is said will not be revealed. For example, The doctor told her in confidence that her mother was terminally ill, or He told us in strict confidence that Gail was pregnant. This idiom was first recorded in 1632. Also see take into one's confidence. See also: confidence take into one's confidence Trust someone with a secret, as in She took me into her confidence and admitted that she was quitting next month. This idiom uses confidence in the sense of "trust," a usage dating from the late 1500s. See also: confidence, take The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer. be in somebody’s ˈconfidence be trusted with somebody’s secrets: He is said to be very much in the President’s confidence. See also: confidence take somebody into your ˈconfidence tell somebody your secret plans, problems, etc: She’s the only person I’ve taken into my confidence about it. See also: confidence, somebody, take Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary con man and con artist n. someone who makes a living by swindling people. Gary is a con artist, but at least he’s not on the dole. I was taken by a real con man! See also: con, man con artist verb See con man See also: artist, con McGraw-Hill's Dictionary of American Slang and Colloquial Expressions See also: a confidence game confidence game gouge (something) out of (someone or something) gouge out of get someone's dander up, to cover grab (someone or something) by the throat grab someone by the throat grab someone/something by the throat help (someone) along References in periodicals archive Across the UK, overall confidence dropped to 1%, with confidence in prospects falling to 8%. Scottish business blues in evidence; CONFIDENCE "With business confidence falling for the second month in a row, it's clear that economic uncertainty is weighing heavily on companies in the capital, making it difficult to plan ahead," said Paul Evans, regional director for London at Lloyds Bank Commercial Banking. London firms feeling less confident amid volatility David Beaumont, regional director for Wales at Lloyds Bank Commercial Banking, said: "It's pleasing to see that overall business confidence remains above the national average and has risen seven points since January." Business confidence in Wales rose in July; IN BRIEF Gallup previously reported a drop in confidence among U.S. U.S. Confidence in Organized Religion Remains Low Put another way, this time by Ed O'Brien, a professor of behavioural science at the University of Chicago, the correlation between a person's confidence and their performance is zero. The two faces of confidence David Beaumont, regional director for Wales at Lloyds Bank Commercial Banking, said: "Uncertainty around the future of the Welsh economy is weighing on business confidence, dampening optimism across the country. Businesses in Wales take gloomy view of economy 'Our headline 'Overall Business Confidence' is composed of two sub-indices of 'Current Business Confidence' and 'Expected Business Confidence. Business confidence for industry, services improves: SBP report Opposition and treasury benches of district council joined hands against district Nazim Adil Islam and made the vote of no confidence successful. Haripur district nazim removed from office after vote of no-confidence Nationally, overall confidence was 100.1, up from 98.2 in the second quarter. Upstate consumer sentiment on the rise The largest share of Americans, 42%, express "some" confidence in the Supreme Court, and 18% say they have "very little" or "no" confidence. Confidence in Supreme Court Modest, but Steady The outcome of the survey was hugely impacted by despondency in retail and wholesale trade whose business confidence nosedived to 6 percent against 40 percent in wave 15. Business confidence exhibits fall before upcoming elections: OICCI Confidence comes from the Latin "fidere" meaning to trust, while esteem is derived from "aestimare" meaning to value, determine the value of, or appraise. UNDERSTANDING SELF-CONFIDENCE AND SELF-ESTEEM; mind over matter For example, someone may be confident in their ability to do a good job at work but have little confidence in their ability to maintain a romantic relationship. UNDERSTANDING SELF-CONFIDENCE AND SELF-ESTEEM; mind over matter to improve confidence than self-esteem Slowly but surely our confidence grows as we make progress. UNDERSTANDING SELF-CONFIDENCE AND SELF-ESTEEM Shipping confidence reached its equal highest rating in the past three years in the three months to end - May 2017. Shipping News - SHIPPING CONFIDENCE HITS 3-YEAR HIGH
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