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sure

The correct spelling is sure.

How to pronounce sure

/ʃoː/
adjective

IPA: /ʃoː/

Say it like: Zhe-r

The correct spelling is sure. Physically secure and certain, non-failing, reliable. For example: "This investment is a sure thing.   The bailiff had a sure grip on the prisoner's arm."

Usage Examples

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

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

Be sure to lock the door when you leave.

Meanings

adjective

  1. 1.Physically secure and certain, non-failing, reliable.
  2. 2.Certain in one's knowledge or belief.
  3. 3.Certain to act or be a specified way.
  4. 4.Free from danger; safe; secure.
  5. 5.Betrothed; engaged to marry.

adverb

  1. 1.(modal adverb) Without doubt, certainly.

interjection

  1. 1.Yes. (Expresses noncommittal agreement or consent.)
  2. 2.Yes; of course.

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