Sure
/ʃoː/
Sure is an adjective, interjection and adverb with 5 senses listed below, each with examples where available, plus synonyms and a word game to make it stick.
Definition
adjective
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Physically secure and certain, non-failing, reliable.
“This investment is a sure thing. The bailiff had a sure grip on the prisoner's arm.”
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Certain in one's knowledge or belief.
“He was sure she was lying. I am sure of my eventual death. John was acting sure of himself but in truth had doubts.”
interjection
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Yes. (Expresses noncommittal agreement or consent.)
“"Do you want me to put this in the garage?" "Sure, go ahead."”
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Yes; of course.
“"Could you tell me where the washrooms are?" "Sure, they're in the corner over there."”
Definitions from the Free Dictionary API
Synonyms
certain failsafe reliable sicker positive wis
Origin
From Middle English sure, from Middle French sur.
Source: Etymological Wordnet (CC BY-SA 3.0)
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