Meaning & Definition of word "Sure"

Sure

/ʃʊr/

1. confident in what one thinks or knows; having no doubt that one is right.
- Example: I am sure that I locked the front door.
2. certain to happen; inevitable.
- Example: It is sure to rain tomorrow according to the forecast.
3. done or made with confidence.
- Example: She gave a sure nod of approval.
4. reliable or trustworthy.
- Example: He is a sure friend who always supports me.
5. habitually or inevitably the case.
- Example: This route is sure to be the quickest.

Middle English 'sure', from Old French 'sûr', from Latin 'securus'.

sure of oneself:

Having confidence in one's abilities.

for sure:

Definitely; without a doubt.

sure thing:

Of course; certainly.

assured:

Guaranteed; confident.

certain:

Known for sure; established beyond doubt.

confident:

Feeling or showing certainty.

Meaning: For real; no joke.

Example Sentence: You got the job? Sure, that's awesome!

Meaning: Absolutely; definitely.

Example Sentence: You wanna come to the party? Sure!