sure

1. sure (adj) — sense 1

Definition: Physically secure and certain, non-failing, reliable.

Example: This investment is a sure thing.

Concept: Убеждённость

Polarities of the concept

2. sure (adj) — sense 2

Definition: Certain in one's knowledge or belief.

Example: Are you sure to succeed, as polls say? —Well, I am at least certain of making it to the podium this time.

3. sure (adj) — sense 3

Definition: Certain to act or be a specified way.

Example: Be sure to lock the door when you leave.

4. sure (adv) — sense 4

Definition: Without doubt, certainly.

Example: Sure he's coming! Why wouldn't he?

5. sure (adv) — sense 5

Definition: Without fail, surely.

Example: Theſe are the wings ſhall make it flie as ſwift,
As dooth the lightening: or the breath of heauen,
And kill as ſure as it ſwiftly flies.

6. sure (intj) — sense 6

Definition: Yes; of course.

Example: "Could you tell me where the washrooms are?" "Sure, they're in the corner over there."

7. sure (intj) — sense 7

Definition: Yes; I guess; you could say that; a weak or noncommittal positive response.

Example: "Do you like cats?" "Sure."

8. sure (intj) — sense 8

Definition: You're welcome; polite response to being thanked.

Example: "Thanks for helping me with that electrical fault." "Sure. Any time."