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certaintyOne entry found. Main Entry: cer·tain·ty Pronunciation: \ˈsər-tən-tē\ Function: noun Inflected Form(s): plural cer·tain·ties Date: 14th century 1 : something that is certain synonyms certainty, certitude, conviction mean a state of being free from doubt. certainty and certitude are very close; certainty may stress the existence of objective proof <claims that cannot be confirmed with scientific certainty>, while certitude may emphasize a faith in something not needing or not capable of proof <believes with certitude in an afterlife>. conviction applies especially to belief strongly held by an individual <holds firm convictions on every issue>.
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