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guarantee

[ gar-uhn-tee ]

noun

  1. a promise or assurance, especially one in writing, that something is of specified quality, content, benefit, etc., or that it will perform satisfactorily for a given length of time:

    a money-back guarantee.

  2. an assurance that another’s obligation will be fulfilled, or something presented as such security; guaranty ( defs 1, 2 ).
  3. something that assures a particular outcome or condition:

    Wealth is no guarantee of happiness.

  4. a person who gives a guarantee or guaranty; guarantor.
  5. a person to whom a guarantee is made.


verb (used with object)

guaranteed, guaranteeing.
  1. to secure, as by giving or taking security:

    A credit card guarantees your reservation at the hotel.

  2. to make oneself answerable for (something) on behalf of someone else who is primarily responsible:

    to guarantee the fulfillment of a contract.

  3. to undertake to ensure for another, as rights or possessions:

    The Constitution guarantees freedom of religion.

  4. to serve as a warrant or guaranty for.
  5. to undertake to protect or indemnify:

    to guarantee a person against loss.

  6. to undertake (to do something):

    I will guarantee to prove every word I stated.

  7. to promise (usually followed by a clause as object):

    I guarantee that I'll be there.

guarantee

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noun

  1. a formal assurance, esp in writing, that a product, service, etc, will meet certain standards or specifications
  2. law a promise, esp a collateral agreement, to answer for the debt, default, or miscarriage of another
    1. a person, company, etc, to whom a guarantee is made
    2. a person, company, etc, who gives a guarantee
  3. a person who acts as a guarantor
  4. something that makes a specified condition or outcome certain
  5. a variant spelling of guaranty
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged†2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

verb

  1. also tr to take responsibility for (someone else's debts, obligations, etc)
  2. to serve as a guarantee for
  3. to secure or furnish security for

    a small deposit will guarantee any dress

  4. usually foll byfrom or against to undertake to protect or keep secure, as against injury, loss, etc
  5. to ensure

    good planning will guarantee success

  6. may take a clause as object or an infinitive to promise or make certain
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged†2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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Other ˜yÐÄvlog Forms

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  • ±è°ù±ðg³Ü²¹°ù·²¹²Ô·³Ù±ð±ð noun verb (used with object) preguaranteed preguaranteeing
  • ±ç³Ü²¹î€È´¾±-²µ³Ü²¹°ùa²Ô·³Ù±ð±ð»å adjective
  • °ù±ðg³Ü²¹°ù·²¹²Ô·³Ù±ð±ð noun verb (used with object) reguaranteed reguaranteeing
  • ²õ³Üp±ð°ù·²µ³Ü²¹°ùa²Ô·³Ù±ð±ð noun verb superguaranteed superguaranteeing
  • ³Ü²Ôg³Ü²¹°ù·²¹²Ô·³Ù±ð±ð»å adjective
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˜yÐÄvlog History and Origins

Origin of guarantee1

First recorded in 1670–80; alteration of guaranty
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˜yÐÄvlog History and Origins

Origin of guarantee1

C17: perhaps from Spanish garante or French garant, of Germanic origin; compare warrant
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“I belong to the Marine Corps. There’s cliques there. I guarantee if I go to IBM there there’s cliques there.â€

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“Our community is based on diversity, equity is guaranteed to us in the Constitution, and inclusion is what we believe in,†Fujioka said.

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There are two types – defined benefit schemes which guarantee a fixed pension income, and defined contribution where your pension pot rises and falls with financial markets.

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But ultimately, they all wanted to uphold the guarantees of the Bill of Rights and civil liberties and uphold things that people could all agree on; something like our constitutional order, the rule of law.

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Not the most obvious victor in trainer's talented team and no guarantee at all that he will appreciate this marathon distance.

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More About Guarantee

What does guarantee mean?

A guarantee is a promise or assurance, especially one that is written or legally binding, that something is of a stated quality or will perform as stated, such as a guarantee that a car you purchase will operate correctly.

A guarantee is also an assurance of a particular outcome or condition, as in Weather predictions are not guarantees. Weather often changes quickly.

To guarantee something is to secure something, as a ticket guarantees entry to a movie showing.

As well, to guarantee is to promise to do something, usually by signing a legally binding agreement, as in The company guaranteed me a job when I signed the contract.

Example: I guarantee you will love your purchase and will give you a full refund if you don’t.

Where does guarantee come from?

The first records of the term guarantee come from the 1670s. It ultimately comes from the Old French guarant, meaning “to warrant.â€

Guarantee can be used as a synonym for promise but will often be used to exaggerate the meaningfulness or likelihood of the promise actually being fulfilled. If someone says I guarantee I will be there on time, they are emphasizing the fact that they will do what they say.

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What are some other forms related to guarantee?

  • nonguarantee (noun)
  • preguarantee (noun, verb)
  • guaranteed (adjective, verb)
  • unguaranteed (adjective)

What are some synonyms for guarantee?

What are some words that share a root or word element with guarantee?

What are some words that often get used in discussing guarantee?

What are some words guarantee may be commonly confused with?

How is guarantee used in real life?

Guarantees are often offered in legal situations, insurance policies, and for the marketing of products, all of which have different specific meanings.

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Try using guarantee!

Which of the following is NOT a synonym for guarantee?

A. uncertainty
B. warranty
C. contract
D. agreement

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