Uncertain

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1. Adjective

Not certain; not having certain knowledge; not assured in mind; distrustful.

2. Adjective

Irresolute; inconsonant; variable; untrustworthy; as, an uncertain person; an uncertain breeze.

3. Adjective

Questionable; equivocal; indefinite; problematical.

4. Adjective

Not sure; liable to fall or err; fallible.

5. Adjective

To make uncertain.

6. Adjective

not established beyond doubt; still undecided or unknown; "an uncertain future"; "a manuscript of uncertain origin"; "plans are still uncertain"; "changes of great if uncertain consequences"; "without further evidence his story must remain uncertain"
Vocabulary classified under Academic vocabulary

7. Adjective

lacking or indicating lack of confidence or assurance; "uncertain of his convictions"; "unsure of himself and his future"; "moving with uncertain (or unsure) steps"; "an uncertain smile"; "touched the ornaments with uncertain fingers"
Vocabulary classified under Emotion and tone
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