Basic Details
Word: Assured
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Confident or certain about something.
Synonyms: Confident, certain, positive
Antonyms: Uncertain, doubtful, insecure
Idioms and Phrases
- Assured of success: To feel certain that something will be successful. Example: "With his hard work, she felt assured of success in the competition."
- Assured with flying colours: To be confident that one will do very well in a task. Example: "She studied hard and was assured of passing her exams with flying colours."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The assured student confidently spoke in front of the class during her presentation.
Example 2: He was assured that he would receive the award for his excellent performance.
Example 3: Knowing she had prepared well, she felt assured before her big exam.
Fun Fact
The word "assured" has its roots in the Old French word "assurer," which means "to make safe," showing its connection to confidence and certainty.
Famous Quote
"Confidence is not about being sure that you will succeed, but being assured that you will try your best." - Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "assured" mean?
a) Uncertain
b) Confident
c) Nervous
d) Indifferent
Answer: b) Confident
2. Which of these is a synonym of "assured"?
a) Doubtful
b) Insecure
c) Positive
d) Hesitant
Answer: c) Positive
3. Which sentence uses "assured" correctly?
a) She was assured of winning the race because of her training.
b) He felt assured he would lose the game.
c) They assured everyone was unhappy.
d) The assured cat caught the mouse quickly.
Answer: a) She was assured of winning the race because of her training.
4. Which idiom means to feel confident about something?
a) Assured of success
b) Cool as a cucumber
c) Under the weather
d) Shot in the dark
Answer: a) Assured of success
5. What is the opposite of "assured"?
a) Confident
b) Certain
c) Doubtful
d) Loyal
Answer: c) Doubtful
