6 Usage Examples Depicting the Meaning of 'Overconfidence' in a Sentence
"The quality of possessing an unrealistically high opinion of one’s own judgment, abilities, powers, etc. Underestimating the enemy can induce laziness and encourage overconfidence. Psychologists have determined that overconfidence causes people to overestimate their ability to control events and underestimate risks." more
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His overconfidence in predicting the weather led to a picnic being ruined by unexpected rain.
The chef's overconfidence in the spiciness level of the dish left diners reaching for water after just one bite.
Her overconfidence in her culinary skills led to a disastrous dinner party.
Overconfidence in his cooking skills led him to attempt a complicated recipe for the first time during the dinner party.
Overconfidence in the team's lead caused them to relax, allowing the opposing team to stage a comeback.
The team's overconfidence in their undefeated record proved to be their downfall in the championship match.
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