Synonyms of to be sure

to be sure

phrase

as in actually

to tell the truth

To be sure, there is risk involved, but surgery is by far the best option for this case.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• actually
• really
• honestly
• frankly
• indeed
• truly
• as a matter of fact
• in point of fact
• truthfully
• certainly
• in fact
• in reality
• absolutely
• in actuality
• admittedly
• positively
• verily
• forsooth
• undoubtedly
• in truth
• unquestionably
• realistically
• indisputably
• indubitably
• veritably

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of to be sure

Zettle wanted to be sure the black vultures in the sky would be able to see the one hanging in the tree, and so Willmore used a chainsaw to cut away some of the branches. — Andrew Carter, Chicago Tribune, 19 July 2026

And, to be sure, Micron, Sandisk, and Dell are still way higher year to date. — Alexa Lomonaco, CNBC, 16 July 2026

Rohmer is still very young, to be sure, maybe somewhat callow, but these highly discerning insights into conflicting emotions and human psychology will end up appearing in all of his films. — André Aciman, Literary Hub, 13 July 2026

On the whole, the World Cup has brought several successes to the city (and several significant disappointments, to be sure). — Aj Willingham, AJC.com, 13 July 2026