Certainty & Likelihood

the feeling of complete certainty

She spoke with certitude about the accuracy of her research findings.

a formal declaration by which someone is found guilty of a crime in a court of law

The defendant's conviction was based on solid evidence presented during the trial.

built to endure stress or wear without breaking or being easily damaged

The robust construction of the bridge ensured it could withstand heavy traffic and severe weather conditions.

not firmly established or decided, with the possibility of changes in the future

They reached a tentative agreement on the terms of the contract, pending further negotiation.

in a way that is certain and beyond any doubt

The weather was decidedly colder than the forecast suggested.

used to suggest that something is assumed to be true, often with a hint of doubt

She was supposedly the last person to leave the building, according to eyewitnesses.

used to say that the something is believed to be true based on available information or evidence

She left the office early, presumably to attend a family event.

not producing a clear result or decision

The medical tests were inconclusive, so further examination is needed to determine the cause of the symptoms.

being of the nature of a notion or concept

to come to a conclusion without enough evidence

Unable to find the missing document, he could only surmise that it might have been misplaced.

a guess that is made according to one's experience or knowledge thus is more likely to be true

Based on her experience, she made an educated guess about the project's completion date.

to form an idea or opinion about something with limited information or unclear evidence

When the news spread about the missing person, neighbors started to conjecture about the possible reasons for their disappearance.

to estimate something by calculating and guessing

I had to guesstimate the number of attendees for the event since not everyone RSVP'd.

to inspect something closely to ensure accuracy, quality, or its overall condition

She spent hours checking over the accounts for any discrepancies.

to be certain that something is good or useful

She swears by the healing properties of herbal tea for relieving stress.

according to opinions or guesses instead of facts or evidence

The article contained speculative theories about the origins of the universe.

evaluate or criticize with hindsight

used to say that something is true according to what people say, although it is uncertain

The castle is reputedly haunted by the ghost of a former king.

to make someone or something stop

An unexpected obstacle on the railroad tracks forced the train conductor to halt the locomotive.

based on the likelihood of an event or outcome occurring

The weather forecast is a probabilistic model that predicts the chance of rain.

real and tangible, existing in physical form that can be sensed or experienced

The detective searched for concrete clues at the crime scene to solve the mystery.

to allow or wait for a situation to become calmer or more stable after a significant change or serious dispute

I'm going to let the dust settle before making a decision on the matter.

appearing contradictory or conflicting but potentially true

The concept of time is paradoxical; it's both infinite and finite depending on how it's perceived.

something that is assumed to be true or already decided upon before any evidence or arguments are presented

With their impressive lead going into the final inning, it was a foregone conclusion that the home team would win the game.

to check the accuracy or validity of something by using alternative sources or methods

She cross-checked the data with multiple sources to ensure its accuracy.

relating to classifying concepts or objects based on the group they belong to, not specific attributes or positioning

Biological taxonomy relies on defined categorical levels like domain, kingdom, phylum to systematically name living things.

an extremely easy task or something easily achieved

Fixing the minor glitch in the software turned out to be a cinch for the experienced programmer.

in a way that is absolutely certain and cannot be questioned

Her dedication to her work was beyond doubt, as she consistently delivered exceptional results.

‌used to offer advice or instructions to someone who is incapable of making decisions

When faced with a tough decision, if in doubt, seek advice from a mentor.

an attempt made without having any high hopes of achieving success

Trying to win the lottery is often seen as a long shot, as the odds are astronomically against you.