self-doubt
nounUK /ˌselfˈdaʊt/
US /ˌselfˈdaʊt/
A feeling that you are not good enough or cannot do something.
She felt a moment of self-doubt before stepping on stage.
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2. A lack of trust in your own judgment or abilities.
His self-doubt made him ask for a second opinion on every decision.
3. The habit of questioning whether your own thoughts or choices are right.
Constant self-doubt kept her from sharing her ideas at meetings.
4. A temporary feeling of uncertainty about yourself that can be overcome.
With practice and support, his self-doubt faded away.