Pronunciation

/ˌɡærənˈtiː/

Definitions

• Noun: A formal assurance or promise that certain conditions will be fulfilled, especially one given in writing, or a written certificate or document providing such assurance. For example: “The company offers a money-back guarantee on all its products.”

  • Noun (informal): A certainty or assurance; something that can be relied upon. For example: “Her hard work is a guarantee of success.”

• Verb: To assure or pledge the certainty of something, often by providing a formal assurance or warranty. For example: “The manufacturer guarantees their products against defects for two years.”

  • Verb: To make certain or secure something’s occurrence or quality. For example: “His talent guarantees him a place on the team.”

Phrases

• “Money-back guarantee”: An assurance that if a customer is not satisfied with a product, they will receive a refund.
• “Guaranteed delivery”: A promise that goods will be delivered within a specified time frame.
• “To give/guarantee someone a fair chance”: To assure someone an equal opportunity to succeed.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “Customers have a 30-day satisfaction guarantee when purchasing from our store.”
• Verb: “The contractor guaranteed that the construction would be completed before winter.”

Synonyms

• Assurance
• Warranty
• Certificate
• Pledge
• Vouchsafe
• Promise
• Ensure
• Secure
• Insure

In terms of verb usage:

• Assure
• Pledge
• Promise
• Vouch for

As a noun:

• Certainty
• Surety
• Security
• Safeguard
• Insurance