certain

/ˈsɜrtən/
adjective
  1. Known for sure; established beyond doubt.
    • The evidence makes it certain that he was at the scene.
    • It is certain that the meeting will start at 10 a.m.
    • I am certain that I locked the door before leaving.
  2. Having no doubt; confident or sure about something.
    • He was certain of his ability to finish the project on time.
    • Are you certain you want to go ahead with the plan?
    • She felt certain she had made the right choice.
  3. Used to refer to a specific person, thing, or group without naming them exactly.
    • A certain person left their umbrella in the office.
    • There are certain rules you must follow in the library.
    • She has a certain charm that makes everyone like her.
  4. Inevitable; bound to happen.
    • With his talent, success is certain.
    • The storm made it certain that the flight would be canceled.
    • Change is a certain part of life.
pronoun
  1. Some but not all; used to refer to a specific but unnamed group.
    • Certain of the students have already finished the exam.
    • Certain of the guests arrived early.
    • Certain of the facts were not included in the report.
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