have confidence in (someone or something)

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

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