Evident cockiness in making a comeback (6)
I believe the answer is:
bounce
This could be a double definition.
'evident cockiness' is the first definition.
The answer and definition can be both human attributes as well as being singular nouns.
Maybe they are linked in a way I don't understand?
'a comeback' is the second definition.
Although both the answer and definition are singular nouns, I don't see how they can define each other.
'in making' acts as a link.
Can you help me to learn more?
(Other definitions for bounce that I've seen before include "Reflect back from a surface" , "Rebound (like a cheque)" , "Rebound (of ball)" , "Exuberance; rebound" , "Showing self-confidence" .)