guaranteed

word · lemma: guarantee

/ˌɡɛɹənˈtid/
ger-uhn-TEED
/ɡˌæɹɑːntˈiːd/
ga-rahn-TEED

Definition

Certain to happen or be true, or officially promised to work or last in a particular way. It is often used for results, success, or products with a formal promise.

Usage & Nuances

Common in advertising and everyday speech: 'guaranteed results', 'money-back guaranteed'. It can sound strong or persuasive, but in casual speech people also use it loosely for high confidence: 'It's guaranteed to rain.' As an adjective for products, it often implies a warranty.

Example Sentences

This watch is guaranteed for two years.

basic

Good study habits are not guaranteed to bring perfect grades.

basic

A seat is not guaranteed without a ticket.

basic

With traffic this bad, being late is basically guaranteed.

natural

That joke is guaranteed to make my dad laugh.

natural

Nothing is guaranteed, so enjoy the good moments while you can.

natural