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Having absolutely no doubt
“That remains a fact that we can be certain about without having any doubts.”
Without question or definitely happening
“The effort was no more than the home side deserved at that stage and it seemed certain that they would go on to win.”
Unable to be avoided
“When it comes to extreme sports, injury is almost certain sooner or later.”
Infallible or not very likely to fail
“There is no certain cure for this.”
(individual) Not explicitly named but specified indeterminately
“A certain lady that you know was seen making a purchase that might surprise you.”
(a few or many) Not explicitly named but specified indeterminately
“Certain folks would not approve of what you just did.”
Known but specified in a general and nonexplicit sense
“Since he won Pop Idol, certain areas of the media have sought to blame Young for all the world's ills.”
Very likely or bound
“They are certain to win after getting some of their best players back from injury.”
Moderate in degree
“To a certain extent, that would be true.”
(attributive) Feeling or exuding self-assurance
Inflexible and unchanging in one's views or position
Unable to be disputed or questioned
Selected as the best or most desirable
Displaying logic and common sense
Having knowledge or perception of a situation or fact
Too powerful or intense to be resisted
Used or accepted broadly
Conceited or confident in a bold or cheeky way
Being a single, sole or solitary member a kind, type, or class
Certain to remain safe and unthreatened
Not stated clearly or exactly
Determined or passionate in one's beliefs, interests or endeavors
Some but not all
“Certain among us who have vested interests are likely to oppose this bill.”
Few people or few things
A portion of a total or whole
A very small amount or number of
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