Definitions and Examples of certain, definite, known
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Having no doubt; confident and assured.
Example
I am certain that I locked the door before leaving the house.
Clearly defined or determined; not vague or uncertain.
Example
The meeting time is definite and cannot be changed.
Recognized or familiar; having been previously encountered or experienced.
Example
The identity of the thief is known to the police.
Key Differences: certain vs definite vs known
- 1Certain implies complete confidence and no doubt, while definite suggests clarity and precision.
- 2Known refers to something that has been previously encountered or experienced, while otherguess implies uncertainty or lack of knowledge.
Effective Usage of certain, definite, known
- 1Express Certainty: Use certain to convey complete confidence and assurance.
- 2Provide Clarity: Use definite to clearly define or determine something.
- 3Indicate Familiarity: Use known to refer to something that has been previously encountered or experienced.
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Remember this!
The antonyms of otherguess convey a sense of assurance, clarity, and certainty. Use certain to express complete confidence, definite to provide clarity, and known to indicate familiarity with something previously encountered. Remember that otherguess implies uncertainty or lack of knowledge.
