certain
Language: EN · Kind: word · Transcription: [/ˈsɜː.tən/]
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Senses
1. certain (adj) — sense 1
Definition: Sure in one's mind, positive; absolutely confident in the truth of something.
Example: I was certain of my decision.
2. certain (adj) — sense 2
Definition: Not to be doubted or denied; established as a fact.
Example: Now that more experiments have been run, the theory is certain and the argument is settled.
3. certain (adj) — sense 3
Definition: Sure to happen, inevitable; assured.
Example: It is certain that Spain will reach the finals. / Spain is now certain to reach the finals. / Spain is now certain of a place in the finals.
4. certain (det) — sense 4
Definition: Having been determined but not specified.
Example: Certain people are good at running.
5. certain (pron) — sense 5
Definition: Unnamed or undescribed members (of).
Example: She mentioned a series of contracts, of which certain are not cited.
Structure of the word
Roots:- krey (Proto-Indo-European)
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