Library / English Dictionary

INCERTAIN

Pronunciation (US):

(GB):

 I. (adjective) 

Sense 1

Meaning:

Lacking or indicating lack of confidence or assurance

Example:

touched the ornaments with uncertain fingers

Synonyms:

incertain; uncertain; unsure

Classified under:

Adjectives

Similar:

ambivalent (uncertain or unable to decide about what course to follow)

doubtful; dubious (fraught with uncertainty or doubt)

groping (acting with uncertainty or hesitance or lack of confidence)

Attribute:

certainty (the state of being certain)

assurance; authority; confidence; self-assurance; self-confidence; sureness (freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities)

Credits