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certain
01
feeling completely sure about something and showing that you believe it
Examples
Being certain of her feelings, she decided to confess her love.
02
referring to a specific thing, person, or group, distinct from others
Examples
She had a certain feeling that everything would turn out fine in the end.
2.1
used with a name to refer to someone unknown or unspecified
Examples
It was a certain John who delivered the package.
03
unavoidable or very likely to happen
Examples
The storm 's arrival is certain, so we should prepare for it.
04
destined to happen or incapable of failing
Examples
He is certain to win the competition.
05
dependable and guaranteed to produce a specific result
Examples
There is a certain remedy for the common cold that helps alleviate symptoms.
Lexical Tree
certainly
certainty
incertain
certain
