🤔uncertain

adjective
/ʌnˈsɜːtən/

Meaning

not sure or confident about something; not clearly known or decided
not able to be relied on; not known or definite; not having reliable knowledge

Example Sentences

She felt uncertain about her future after graduation.

I am uncertain about my future career plans.

Example Expressions

in uncertain terms

Synonyms

unsure, doubtful, hesitant, indecisive, ambiguous, unclear
Entry 1
unsure, doubtful, hesitant, indecisive, ambiguous
Entry 2
unsure, doubtful, unclear, ambiguous

Antonyms

certain, confident, sure, definite
Entry 1
certain, confident, sure
Entry 2
certain, sure, definite, confident

Collocations

uncertain future, uncertain times, uncertain outcome, feel uncertain, remain uncertain
Entry 1
uncertain future, uncertain times, uncertain outcome, feel uncertain
Entry 2
uncertain future, uncertain times, remain uncertain

More Example Sentences

She is uncertain about changing jobs.

They’re uncertain about investing now.

We’re uncertain about traveling tomorrow.

He is uncertain about staying or leaving.

They’re uncertain about the meeting time.

He was uncertain about accepting the offer.

She’s uncertain about moving to a new city.

She felt uncertain about meeting new people.

He’s uncertain about starting the business now.

They were uncertain about the information being correct.

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