deficient vs sure

deficient

adj
  • Lacking something essential; often construed with in. 

  • Insufficient or inadequate in amount. 

  • Of a number n, Having the sum of divisors σ(n)<2n, or, equivalently, the sum of proper divisors (or aliquot sum) s(n). 

noun
  • A person who is deficient. 

sure

adj
  • Certain in one's knowledge or belief. 

  • Physically secure and certain, non-failing, reliable. 

  • Certain to act or be a specified way. 

intj
  • Yes, expressing noncommittal agreement or consent. 

  • Yes; of course. 

  • You're welcome; polite response to being thanked. 

adv
  • Without doubt, certainly. 

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