Secure in the knowledge that one has strong backing and therefore having no fear; bold and fearless because one has something to rely on.

(literary) To count on or capitalize on one's own strengths, such as abilities, status, or achievements.

to use one's strength or power to mistreat or bully those who are weaker

to rely or depend on an advantage, often used with a negative connotation; to take advantage of one's power, wealth, or influence

to be inordinately proud of one's own ability and look down on others

to rely on or depend on; to lean on or trust in something for support

(literary) to rely on; to depend upon for support

to use one's power or strength to mistreat those who are weaker

(literary) to be bereaved of one's mother

dependable or trustworthy; reliable

To rely on one's power or influence to bully and oppress others.

To be haughty or arrogant because one is favored or loved by a superior

(literary) to be inordinately proud of one's own ability; to be conceited about one's talent

To rely or presume on someone else's love and kindness; often used in letters as a humble expression of self-deprecation.