certainty
Translation
conviction, sureness, something that is certain
Examples
I can't say with any certainty what will happen.
I can't say with any certainty what will happen.
It's a certainty that prices will rise.
It's a certainty that prices will rise.
Grammar Patterns
with ((certainty)) with the feeling of being sure She knew with certainty that she was right.
a ((certainty)) something that is sure to happen His victory is a certainty.
Similar Words
Synonyms: sureness, conviction; Antonyms: uncertainty, doubt
Etymology
From the adjective 'certain' + the noun-forming suffix '-ty'.
Memory Tips
The noun form of 'certain'. The state of being certain.