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sure vs for certain

for certain vs sure

sure is an adjective but for certain is not an adjective.

sure and for certain both are adverbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
sure No Yes No Yes
for certain No No No Yes
As adverbs, sure and for certain are synonyms defined as:
  • sure and for certain: definitely or positively (`sure' is sometimes used informally for `surely')
Other synonyms of sure include certainly, for sure, sure as shooting, sure enough, surely.
sure (adjective) for certain (adjective)
having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured
certain to occur; destined or inevitable
exercising or taking care great enough to bring assurance
reliable in operation or effect
physically secure or dependable
certain not to fail
infallible or unfailing
(of persons) worthy of trust or confidence
impossible to doubt or dispute
sure (adverb) for certain (adverb)
definitely or positively (`sure' is sometimes used informally for `surely') definitely or positively (`sure' is sometimes used informally for `surely')
Difference between sure and for certain

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