SURE ENOUGH Synonyms: 138 Similar and Opposite Words

sure-enough

adjective

ˈshu̇r-ə-ˈnəf

Definition of sure-enough

as in genuine

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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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 sure-enough But a scattering of anglers is convinced that flavoring bait with tobacco is a sure-enough killer. — Byron W. Dalrymple, Outdoor Life, 4 June 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for sure-enough

Adjective

In the artists who are asking that people leave their phones at home or in their pockets at concerts, in the genuine concern over whether younger generations are going to be able to read like older generations.

— Charlie Warzel, The Atlantic, 28 Aug. 2026
No government has publicly disclosed how many were judged genuine.

— Charles Edward Gehrke, Fortune, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of genuine

Adjective

Professional athletes have joked about it in the past, with even all-time NBA great LeBron James teasing at a potential college sports journey post-retirement—albeit as more of a joke than an actual plan.

— Joshua Hong, Fortune, 29 Aug. 2026
The Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) has developed a way to test real oil-and-gas-style well equipment using actual supercritical CO₂, rather than testing it with water or air and hoping the results translate.

— Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 29 Aug. 2026

Definition of actual

Adjective

For localization, Voithru’s Totus offers AI dubbing across 29 languages, and XL8 brings both MediaCAT and EventCAT for video localization and real-time interpretation.

— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 26 Aug. 2026
All 350 potential scenarios are tailor-made, and some are influenced by real events, from both sides of the political divide.

— Will Barker, TheWeek, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of real

Adjective

The theory, which has no factual basis, underscored how such events can fan mistrust along national lines in the region.

— Simone McCarthy, CNN Money, 29 Aug. 2026
Florida TaxWatch, an organization known for keeping a sharp eye on overspending, has a new website that breaks down the fiscal impact of Amendment 3 in ways that are fair and factual — unlike Ingoglia’s fictional claims.

— Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board, The Orlando Sentinel, 23 Aug. 2026

Definition of factual

Adjective

Sweet Humans is about believing in and elevating independent stories and voices, and building something together where everyone can be their authentic selves.

— Matthew Carey, Deadline, 26 Aug. 2026
The author specifically praised Reficco over her thorough research on epilepsy in an effort to offer an authentic portrayal.

— Lexy Perez, HollywoodReporter, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of authentic

Adjective

The true main event will pit top AEW star Mercedes Mone against Willow Nightingale in yet another women’s world title match that will not go on last.

— Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026
Unlocking the true nature of dark energy and dark matter could help astronomers understand what the universe is made of, how its expansion has changed over time, and if there is more to understanding gravity than meets the eye.

— Ashley Strickland, CNN Money, 30 Aug. 2026

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