Word
guaranteed
Phoneticsguar·an·teed, stress on the third syllable
US/ˌɡɛɹənˈtid/
UK/ɡˌæɹɑːntˈiːd/
Definitions
01certain to happen
B2 · Upper Intermediate
adj. certain to happen or exist.
adj. describing an outcome that is certain to occur or a condition that is assured.
“If you don't study for the exam, failure is almost guaranteed.”
“In such a volatile market, there are no guaranteed returns on investment, regardless of what the brochure might suggest.”
02promised by a company
B2 · Upper Intermediate Law
adj. promised to be of good quality or to work properly.
adj. protected by a formal promise or a written assurance, typically regarding the quality or durability of a product.
“The new washing machine is guaranteed for three years.”
“The manufacturer provides a guaranteed repair service for all hardware defects discovered within the first twenty-four months of ownership.”
Real-World Examples
“The club is scheduled to face off against North Melbourne on Sunday for the last round before the finals, through which the top six teams are guaranteed to advance.” “If you are spending £6m on a forward, you could get the likes of Calvert-Lewin who is close to being guaranteed to play 90 minutes most weeks and on penalties.” “By 2024, there were approval gaps of between 20 and 30 points on providing government health insurance, environmental spending and a guaranteed jobs program.” - Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Common
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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