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Completely confident that one is right
“I am sure that it happened exactly as I described.”
Having confidence in doing or achieving something
“He had studied hard and was sure that he would ace his exam.”
True beyond any doubt
“What is sure is that learning is a complex business.”
Showing confidence or assurance
“Each of these works exhibits a sure sense of rhythm, ensemble, and interactive music-making.”
Able to be relied on or trusted
“Then he went quiet, a sure sign that he had lost the argument.”
Certain or very likely to occur
“Without an umbrella, we are sure to get wet if it starts to rain.”
Certain to happen
“If the team doesn't get their act together, this project is going to be a sure failure.”
Capable of being trusted
“Brave as the sword he wears, and bold as a lion, he is a sure friend and an irreconcilable enemy.”
Expressing something forcibly and clearly
Steadfast and resolute
Lasting and not likely to experience any sudden changes or failure
Able to be predicted or anticipated
Conceited or confident in a bold or cheeky way
Certain to remain safe and unthreatened
Having knowledge or perception of a situation or fact
(of a person) Calm and self-controlled
Too powerful or intense to be resisted
Knowledgeable, experienced or confident in a given subject or environment
(informal) Truly meaning something said that was outrageous in nature
Not able or likely to cause harm or injury
Frequented or used by travelers
Worthy of being believed or accepted as true
Definitely, without a doubt
“We sure could use some help down here.”
To a deep, complete, and intense extent
Expresses agreement in the affirmative
“Sure, I'll come along with you.”
Expresses consent to a proposition
“Sure, just do whatever you want.”
Said in response to an expression of gratitude
Used to express emphatic agreement
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