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Meaning of sure

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

sure

Pronunciation:/ʃoː//ʃɔɹ//ʃɔː//ʃɔɹ/

adjective

Definitions

  1. Physically secure and certain, non-failing, reliable.

    Example: This investment is a sure thing.   The bailiff had a sure grip on the prisoner's arm.

  2. Certain in one's knowledge or belief.

    Example: He was sure she was lying.   I am sure of my eventual death.   John was acting sure of himself but in truth had doubts.

  3. Certain to act or be a specified way.

    Example: Be sure to lock the door when you leave.

  4. Free from danger; safe; secure.

adverb

Definitions

  1. (modal adverb) Without doubt, certainly.

    Example: "Did you kill that bear yourself?" ―"I sure did!"

interjection

Definitions

  1. Yes. (Expresses noncommittal agreement or consent.)

    Example: "Do you want me to put this in the garage?" "Sure, go ahead."

  2. Yes; of course.

    Example: "Could you tell me where the washrooms are?" "Sure, they're in the corner over there."