Phrases Expressions of Certainty and Uncertainty

I'm fairly certain.

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Meaning

I'm quite sure, but not completely certain.

Examples

  • John: I think it'll rain later.
  • Alice: <b>I'm fairly certain</b>. The sky looks very dark.
  • John: Yeah, <b>I'm fairly certain</b> too, but let's hope we're wrong.
  • Alice: We should probably take an umbrella anyway, just in case.