Certainty: meaning, definitions and examples

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certainty

[ ˈsəːt(ə)nti ]

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feeling

Firm conviction that something is the case, unwavering confidence.

Synonyms

assurance, certitude, confidence

Examples of usage

I have no certainty that he will come.
She expressed certainty that the project would be successful.
With certainty, I can say that he is the best candidate for the job.

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probability

The state of being reliably true or accurate, high likelihood.

Synonyms

accuracy, reliability, sureness

Examples of usage

There is a high degree of certainty that the experiment will yield positive results.
The certainty of his prediction surprised everyone.
The certainty of her victory in the competition was unquestionable.

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legal

The quality of being reliably true or accurate, especially in a court of law.

Synonyms

authenticity, credibility, validity

Examples of usage

The certainty of the evidence led to a quick resolution of the case.
The certainty of the witness statements was crucial for the trial.
The legal team aimed to establish certainty beyond a reasonable doubt.

Translations

Translations of the word "certainty" in other languages:

🇵🇹 certeza

🇮🇳 निश्चितता

🇩🇪 Gewissheit

🇮🇩 kepastian

🇺🇦 впевненість

🇵🇱 pewność

🇯🇵 確実性 (かくじつせい)

🇫🇷 certitude

🇪🇸 certeza

🇹🇷 kesinlik

🇰🇷 확실성 (hwaksilseong)

🇸🇦 يقين (yaqīn)

🇨🇿 jistota

🇸🇰 istota

🇨🇳 确定性 (quèdìngxìng)

🇸🇮 gotovost

🇮🇸 viss

🇰🇿 сенімділік

🇬🇪 დარწმუნებულობა (darʒmunebuloba)

🇦🇿 əminlik

🇲🇽 certeza

Word origin

The word 'certainty' originated from the Latin word 'certitudo', which means firmness, certainty, or assurance. It has been used in English since the late 14th century. The concept of certainty has been explored in philosophy, law, psychology, and many other fields. In epistemology, certainty is often contrasted with doubt and skepticism, forming the basis of knowledge and belief. Throughout history, the quest for certainty has been a driving force behind scientific discoveries and philosophical inquiries.