Meaning
Knowing that something is true.
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Word origin
From Old French sur, based on Latin securus, meaning safe or free from worry.
- Origin
- Old French
- Root
- sur
Examples
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I know she will come.
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He knew the answer was right.
"Sure" means certain, with no doubt. When you are sure, you believe something is true and you are not worried that you are wrong. People often say "I'm sure" to show they feel confident.
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This word is taught in chapter 2, lesson 3: sure, help, wait and 6 more words.