Basic Details
Word: Guaranteed
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Something that is promised to happen or a surety that it will happen.
Synonyms: Assured, certain, promised, secured
Antonyms: Uncertain, doubtful, unreliable
Idioms and Phrases
- Guaranteed to please: Something that is likely to bring satisfaction or happiness. Example: "The chocolate cake is guaranteed to please everyone at the party."
- To guarantee a good time: To ensure that an enjoyable experience will occur. Example: "The fair has a lot of fun rides; it will guarantee you a good time."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The new safety measures are guaranteed to keep all the children safe during the trip.
Example 2: The company offers a money-back guarantee, which means your purchase is guaranteed if you're not satisfied.
Example 3: He promised that the weather would be warm and sunny, and it looks like his forecast was guaranteed!
Fun Fact
The word "guarantee" comes from the Old French word "garantir," which means to secure or protect. It has been used in English since the 16th century!
Famous Quote
"The only way to guarantee success is to never stop trying." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "guaranteed" mean?
a) Something that is likely to happen
b) Something that is promised to happen
c) Something that is forced to happen
d) Something that is optional
Answer: b) Something that is promised to happen
2. Which of these is a synonym of "guaranteed"?
a) Uncertain
b) Assured
c) Unreliable
d) Risky
Answer: b) Assured
3. What is the opposite of "guaranteed"?
a) Assured
b) Certain
c) Uncertain
d) Promised
Answer: c) Uncertain
4. Which sentence uses "guaranteed" correctly?
a) The teacher guaranteed that the test would be easy and enjoyable.
b) The ice cream for dinner was guaranteed not to melt.
c) It is guaranteed that rain will happen on sunny days.
d) The cat guaranteed its own safety by staying in the tree.
Answer: a) The teacher guaranteed that the test would be easy and enjoyable.
5. Which idiom means something is certain to happen?
a) Guaranteed to please
b) It's a long shot
c) As sure as eggs is eggs
d) Between a rock and a hard place
Answer: a) Guaranteed to please
