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uncertain
adjective(un-cer-tain)subject to change
Synonyms: changeable, unsettled,
Examples:
The weather is uncertain.
uncertain
adjective(un-cer-tain)lacking or indicating lack of confidence or assurance
Antonyms: certain,
Examples:
Uncertain of his convictions.
Moving with uncertain (or unsure) steps.
An uncertain smile.
Touched the ornaments with uncertain fingers.
Moving with uncertain (or unsure) steps.
An uncertain smile.
Touched the ornaments with uncertain fingers.
uncertain
adjective(un-cer-tain)ambiguous (especially in the negative)
Examples:
She spoke in no uncertain terms.
uncertain
adjective(un-cer-tain)not certain to occur; not inevitable
Antonyms: certain,
Examples:
Everything is uncertain about the army.
The issue is uncertain.
The issue is uncertain.
uncertain
adjective(un-cer-tain)not consistent or dependable
Examples:
An uncertain recollection of events.
A gun with a rather uncertain trigger.
A gun with a rather uncertain trigger.
uncertain
adjective(un-cer-tain)not established beyond doubt; still undecided or unknown
Antonyms: certain,
Examples:
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.
A manuscript of uncertain origin.
Plans are still uncertain.
Changes of great if uncertain consequences.
Without further evidence his story must remain uncertain.