certain
Usage
What are other ways to say certain?
Certain, one of a handful of adjectives indicating full belief and trust that something is true, suggests that there are definite reasons that have freed one from doubt. Confident emphasizes the strength of the belief or the certainty of expectation felt. Positive implies emphatic certainty, which may even become overconfidence or dogmatism. Sure, the simplest and most general term, expresses mere absence of doubt.
Example Sentences
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Also of interest is a $300 million pretax charge Nike recently announced as part of a plan to “implement certain organizational changes” and boost profits.
From MarketWatch
It’s the branch of mathematics that analyzes randomness, uncertainty and the likelihood of certain outcomes.
Researchers did not detect certain common plastics, such as polyethylene or polypropylene, in the smallest particle range.
From Science Daily
When certain lipids build up, they can form plaque inside artery walls.
From Science Daily
Diesel that powers tractors and other non-road vehicles and engines is typically almost $1 cheaper as it is exempt from certain taxes.
From Los Angeles Times
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