Sureness

Pronunciation: /ˈʃʊrnəs/

Definitions of sureness

noun a state or quality of being certain or confident

Example Sentences

A1 I have a lot of sureness in my ability to ride a bike.

A2 She spoke with sureness when she answered the question.

B1 His sureness in his decision made others trust his leadership.

B2 The scientist presented her findings with a high level of sureness.

C1 The sureness of his predictions was based on years of research and experience.

C2 The CEO's sureness in her decisions was one of the reasons for the company's success.

Examples of sureness in a Sentence

formal Her sureness in her abilities made her a valuable asset to the team.

informal I have complete sureness that we will win the game tomorrow.

slang I'm not sure about it, but I have a strong sureness that he likes you.

figurative The sureness of his words left no room for doubt in the minds of the listeners.

Grammatical Forms of sureness

• past tense: ensured
• plural: surenesses
• comparative: surer
• superlative: surest
• present tense: is sure
• future tense: will be sure
• perfect tense: has been sure
• continuous tense: is being sure
• singular: sureness
• positive degree: sure
• infinitive: to be sure
• gerund: being sure
• participle: sure

Origin and Evolution of sureness

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old French

Story behind the word: The word 'sureness' originated from Middle English, derived from the Old French word 'seur' meaning safe or secure.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'sureness' has evolved to represent a state of confidence, certainty, or reliability in modern English usage.