lack of confidence
noun phraseUK /læk əv ˈkɒnfɪdəns/
US /læk əv ˈkɑːnfɪdəns/
Not believing in yourself or your own abilities.
His lack of confidence made him nervous about speaking in front of the class.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. A shortage of trust in someone or something else.
The team's lack of confidence in the old coach led to many complaints.
3. A feeling of not being sure that something will work.
There is a lack of confidence in the new app because it keeps crashing.
4. A general doubt in a system or group's ability.
The survey showed a lack of confidence in the government's plan.