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UNCERTAINLY

Pronunciation (US):

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 I. (adverb) 

Sense 1

Meaning:

In an unsteady manner

Example:

The wounded soldier was swinging unsteadily on his legs

Synonyms:

falteringly; uncertainly; unsteadily

Classified under:

Adverbs

Pertainym:

uncertain (lacking or indicating lack of confidence or assurance)

Sense 2

Meaning:

Showing lack of certainty

Example:

he paused uncertainly

Classified under:

Adverbs

Pertainym:

uncertain (lacking or indicating lack of confidence or assurance)

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