sure-enough

adjective

ˈshu̇r-ə-ˈnəf How to pronounce sure-enough (audio)
Definition of sure-enoughnext
1
as in real
being exactly as appears or as claimed a sure-enough ghost town that is a relic of the gold rush days

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2
as in actual
existing in fact and not merely as a possibility the inventor showed that he did have a sure-enough death ray

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sure-enough
  1. real
  2. actual
  3. genuine
  4. factual
  5. authentic
  6. true
  7. honest
  8. unmistakable
Adjective
  • The editing was also choppy at times and there seemed no real flow to the season in terms of tribe dynamics.
    Dalton Ross, EW.com, 12 Dec. 2024
  • What's next for the Red Sox? Ideally for them, the Red Sox could add another starter, and FanSided's Zachary Rotman feels like this is a real possibility.
    Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
Definition of real
Adjective
  • But Survivor 46 gave us something that has been sorely lacking in the new kinder, gentler era of the show — some actual spice.
    Dalton Ross, EW.com, 12 Dec. 2024
  • In terms of actual whole foods, almonds, hazelnuts, sunflower seeds, and green leafy vegetables such as spinach and chard also have a high vitamin E content and are therefore among the best foods to eat for eye health.
    Maria Berentzen, Vogue, 12 Dec. 2024
Definition of actual
Adjective
  • The information the source supplies must be newsworthy and give readers genuine insight.
    Farnaz Fassihi, New York Times, 7 Dec. 2024
  • Once in possession of the session cookie, the attacker can then, effectively, go back at any time and will be treated as a genuine user of your account as the cookie shows that session as, yep, authenticated.
    Davey Winder, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
Definition of genuine
Adjective
  • The results pointed to the success of dramas including All Creatures Great and Small, which airs on PBS in the States, and factual shows like Captain Tom: Where Did The Money Go?.
    Max Goldbart, Deadline, 9 Dec. 2024
  • This article includes reporting from The Associated Press fairness meter Newsweek is committed to journalism that's factual and fair.
    Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2024
Definition of factual
Adjective
  • With a mission of not changing but elevating, Rich ensured Alexandra Foods’ values, quality, and recipes remained the same, continuing Mark and Alexandra's legacy of authentic culinary craft.
    Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Customers can then access the NFC chip through their mobile phone and will see a verification that indicates the item is an authentic Staple item.
    Layla Ilchi, WWD, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of authentic
Adjective
  • This is true of baking, and even more so of risotto.
    Anthony Lane, The New Yorker, 16 Dec. 2024
  • This philosophy ensures that the brand remains true to its core values while continuously exploring future development opportunities.
    Fairchild Studio, WWD, 16 Dec. 2024
Definition of true
Adjective
  • This Fire sign is notorious for its #nofilter ways and brutally honest approach to life, always speaking their mind without hesitation.
    Valerie Mesa, People.com, 6 Dec. 2024
  • In this novel about the shape-shifting nature of love, Parsons captures Kit’s grief in aching and honest terms.
    Annabel Gutterman, TIME, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of honest
Adjective
  • His voice — raw, nasal, scratchy but full of passion, anger and wry wisdom — is near enough to the original to be unmistakable and yet colored by the actor’s persona to a degree that suggests something closer to symbiosis than impersonation.
    David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 Dec. 2024
  • The days leading up to Christmas are some of the most special—when our homes are filled with twinkling lights, cheerful decorations, and the cozy, unmistakable feeling of holiday magic.
    Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of unmistakable
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