Pronunciation

/ʃʊə(r)/

Definitions

Noun

1. Certainty or confidence: I’m sure that he’ll come.
2. Assured knowledge or belief: She was sure of his innocence.
3. A person who is certain or confident: The host was a sure presence at every event.

Verb

1. To be confident or convinced: I’m sure that we’ll win the game.
2. To confirm or assure: He’s sure to let us know the result soon.
3. (informal) To affirm or state with certainty: I’m sure you’ll enjoy the concert.

Adjective

1. Absolutely certain: There’s no surefire way to solve this problem.
2. Reliable or dependable: A sure bet is someone you can count on.
3. Without doubt or hesitation: Her answer was a sure yes.

Adverb

1. Definitely or certainly: He’s sure to arrive on time.
2. Positively or confidently: She spoke her mind with sure conviction.

Phrases

• “Be sure about something” means to have confidence in a decision or fact.
• “Sure enough” is used to confirm a prediction or expectation.
• “No problem, sure thing” expresses willingness to help or agree.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “He was absolutely sure of his future career path.”
• Verb: “She’s sure to get an A in the math exam if she studies hard.”
• Adjective: “The weather forecast is looking very sure for sunny skies tomorrow.”
• Adverb: “He’s always sure to remember our anniversary.”

Synonyms

• Certain
• Positive
• Confident
• Reliable
• Convinced
• Assured
• Indisputable
• Unquestionable