surest
Because it is a word with a single syllable, surest is not hyphenated. The words that have a single syllable are called monosyllabic words.
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Definitions ofsurest
- Physically secure and certain, non-failing, reliable.
Example: "This investment is a sure thing. The bailiff had a sure grip on the prisoner's arm."
- Certain in one's knowledge or belief.
Example: "He was sure she was lying. I am sure of my eventual death. John was acting sure of himself but in truth had doubts."
- Certain to act or be a specified way.
Example: "Be sure to lock the door when you leave."
- Free from danger; safe; secure.
- Betrothed; engaged to marry.
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