uncertain

/ʌn'sə:tn/
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uncertain

She looked at the map with an uncertain expression.

Definition
  1. Adjective:
    • Not able to be relied on; not known or definite: Describes something that is not fixed, sure, or predictable. It implies a lack of confidence, clarity, or stability.
    • Not completely confident or sure: Describes a person's state of mind when they are hesitant, doubtful, or lacking in assurance.
Usage
  • Use "uncertain" to describe situations, outcomes, feelings, or things that are not clear, definite, or guaranteed.
  • It often precedes nouns like , , , , or follows linking verbs like , , .
  • It can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
Examples
  • Describing an indefinite situation:
    • The economic forecast for next year is uncertain.
    • We are facing an uncertain future.
  • Describing a lack of confidence:
    • She was uncertain about which path to choose.
    • He gave an uncertain smile.
  • Describing something not reliable or changeable:
    • The weather in spring is often uncertain.
    • The data from the old experiment is uncertain.
Advanced Usage
  • "in no uncertain terms": very clearly and forcefully, leaving no room for doubt.
    • She rejected the proposal in no uncertain terms.
  • "uncertain of oneself": lacking self-confidence.
    • As a new manager, he felt uncertain of himself in meetings.
Variants and Related Words
  • Uncertainly (adverb): in a hesitant or unsure manner.
    • He nodded uncertainly.
  • Uncertainty (noun): the state of being uncertain.
    • There is a great deal of uncertainty in the market.
Synonyms
  • Doubtful: feeling uncertain about something.
  • Unpredictable: not able to be predicted; changeable.
  • Indefinite: not clearly defined or fixed; vague.
  • Hesitant: tentative, unsure.
Antonyms
  • Certain: known for sure; definite.
  • Sure: confident; without doubt.
  • Predictable: able to be predicted; consistent.
  • Definite: clearly stated or decided; not vague.
Related Phrases
  • A lady of uncertain age: (idiomatic, often humorous) a woman whose age is not known or is discreetly not mentioned.
    • The portrait was of a lady of uncertain age.
  • On uncertain ground: in a situation that is not secure or well-understood.
    • His new theory put him on uncertain ground with his colleagues.
uncertain

She looked at the map with an uncertain expression.

Adjective
  1. ambiguous (especially in the negative)
    • she spoke in no uncertain terms
  2. not consistent or dependable
    • an uncertain recollection of events
    • a gun with a rather uncertain trigger
  3. subject to change
    • a changeable climate
    • the weather is uncertain
    • unsettled weather with rain and hail and sunshine coming one right after the other
  4. not certain to occur; not inevitable
    • everything is uncertain about the army
    • the issue is uncertain
  5. not established or confirmed
    • his doom is as yet unsealed
  6. 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
  7. 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

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