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certitudeabsolute certainty or conviction that something is the case

Part of speech: NOUN

Definition: absolute certainty or conviction that something is the case

Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈsɜːrtɪtuːd/

Korean meaning: 절대적 확신, 확실함

Korean pronunciation: **서**티튜드

Example Sentences

  • The fortune teller's certitude about my future husband was impressive, considering she was completely wrong.
  • His certitude about the stock market lasted exactly until it crashed.
  • The scientist's certitude was based on years of rigorous research and experimentation.

certitude

NOUN

//ˈsɜːrtɪtuːd//

absolute certainty or conviction that something is the case

certitude concept
💡 Concept

a judge sits with perfect posture, pointing decisively toward the defendant with unwavering determination. Her expression shows complete confidence as she prepares to deliver the final verdict. The jury members behind her all nod in unanimous agreement, their faces showing they share the same unwavering conviction. Papers and evidence on the desk remain untouched because the decision has been made with complete assurance. The entire courtroom atmosphere reflects the weight of this moment of absolute certainty. absolute certainty or conviction that something is the case

🎤Pronunciation

🇺🇸 US/ˈsɜːrtɪtuːd/
🇬🇧 UK/ˈsɜːtɪtjuːd/

🌳Etymology

Rootcert
Suffix--itude

Origin

From Latin certus meaning 'certain' or 'sure,' which developed into certitudo meaning 'certainty.' The word entered English through French, carrying the sense of absolute confidence or assurance.

🎵Rhyme

attitudegratitudelongitudemagnitude
attitude
gratitude
longitude
magnitude

🔗Collocations

speak with certitude
moral certitude
absolute certitude
lack of certitude
false certitude

📝Examples

😄 Fun example

The fortune teller's certitude about my future husband was impressive, considering she was completely wrong.

😄 Fun example

His certitude about the stock market lasted exactly until it crashed.

The scientist's certitude was based on years of rigorous research and experimentation.

😄 Fun example

With remarkable certitude, she declared that pineapple belongs on pizza, starting World War III at the dinner table.

📚Related Words

Synonyms

certaintyconvictionassuranceconfidencesureness

Antonyms

doubtuncertaintyhesitation

Related

certifycertificatecertainascertain

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