sure | |
1. adj. Physically secure and certain, non-failing, reliable. | |
This investment is a sure thing. The bailiff had a sure grip on the prisoner's arm. | |
2. adj. Certain in one's knowledge or belief. | |
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. adj. Certain to act or be a specified way. | |
Be sure to lock the door when you leave. | |
4. adj. (obsolete) Free from danger; safe; secure. | |
5. adj. (obsolete) Betrothed; engaged to marry. | |
6. adv. (modal adverb) Without doubt, certainly. | |
Sure he's coming! Why wouldn't he? | |
"Did you kill that bear yourself? ―"I sure did!". | |
7. interj. Yes. (Expresses noncommittal agreement or consent.) | |
"Do you want me to put this in the garage?" "Sure, go ahead.". | |
8. interj. Yes; of course. | |
"Could you tell me where the washrooms are?" "Sure, they're in the corner over there.". | |