| absolute |
sure; certain. [1/4 definitions] |
| affirmative action |
a policy to make sure certain groups of people are given a fair chance for jobs and education. In particular, this policy is for minority groups and women who were not given these opportunities in the past. Regulations made by the U.S. government support affirmative action. |
| agency |
a government department that works on special projects, provides specific services to the government, or makes sure laws and rules are obeyed. [1/3 definitions] |
| assurance |
a condition of being sure or sure of oneself. [1/2 definitions] |
| at loose ends |
without clear plans or things to do; not sure what to do with oneself; uneasy. |
| bail1 |
money left with a court to make sure that a person who is set free after arrest will return for trial. [1/3 definitions] |
| believe in |
to be sure of the ability or value of. [1/2 definitions] |
| bet |
to feel sure or confident without knowing (something) as a fact. [1/4 definitions] |
| bound1 |
certain; sure. [1/4 definitions] |
| certain |
sure; positive; having no doubt. [1/4 definitions] |
| certainty |
the state of being sure or confident. [1/2 definitions] |
| chaperone |
an adult who goes along with young people in a social situation to make sure they behave properly and are safe. |
| check |
a test or search to make sure that something is correct or in order. [2/11 definitions] |
| checkup |
an examination of a person or thing to discover if there are any problems. Having a doctor look closely at one's body to make sure one is healthy is one kind of checkup. Having a mechanic look at a car to make sure it is running properly is another kind of checkup. |
| cocky |
sure of oneself in a rude way; arrogant. |
| confident |
having trust or faith; satisfied and sure. [2 definitions] |
| definite |
known without a doubt; certain; sure. [1/2 definitions] |
| doubt |
to not know for sure; be uncertain about the truth of. [2/5 definitions] |
| ensure |
to make sure or certain. [1/2 definitions] |
| eventual |
sure to happen at some time in the future. |
| executive |
the branch of government that manages the business of the country and makes sure that laws are carried out. [1/4 definitions] |