4.1.3

Certainty & Clarity

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Cert - Certainty

Words containing 'cert' generally involve the idea of certainty or surety.

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Certain

  • If something is certain, it's definitely true or you're absolutely sure of it.
    • Example: Matt was certain he had lost his wallet in the restaurant.
    • Alternative: Matt was sure he had lost his wallet in the restaurant.
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Ascertain

  • To ascertain mean to find out something for certain.
    • Example: Ellen used scales to ascertain the weight.
    • Alternative: Ellen used scales to find out the exact weight.
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Certify

  • To certify something means to confirm that it's true or valid.
    • Example: You must certify the document before it goes to court.
    • Alternative: You must validate the document before it goes to court.

Clar - Clear

Words containing 'clar' generally mean being clear.

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Declare

  • To declare means to say something clearly.
    • Example: The leader declared war on the enemies.
    • Alternative: The leader announced war on the enemies.
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Clarify

  • To clarify means to make clear.
    • Example: Can you clarify what you meant by that comment?
    • Alternative: Can you make clear what you meant by that comment?
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Clarification

  • Clarification is an explanation that makes something clearer or easier to understand.
    • Example: George asked for clarification about his job role.
    • Alternative: George asked for a clear explanation of his job role.

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