uncertain
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Britannica Dictionary definition of UNCERTAIN
[more uncertain; most uncertain]
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not certain: such as
a
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not exactly known or decided
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not definite or fixed
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an uncertain quantity
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The time of departure is still uncertain.
b
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not sure
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having some doubt about something
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We are still uncertain of the truth.
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She remains uncertain about her plans.
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I'm uncertain about how to respond.
c
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not definitely known
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an uncertain claim
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The cause of the fire is uncertain.
d
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likely to change
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not constant or dependable
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uncertain weather
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He has an uncertain temper.
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They face a financially uncertain future.
in no uncertain terms
:
in a very clear and direct way
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My mother told me in no uncertain terms to never say that word again!
— uncertainly
adverb-
“Should I leave?” I asked uncertainly.
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A drunk guy staggered uncertainly along the street.
