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un-SURTN/ʌnˈsɜːtn/

Uncertain means not sure: I am uncertain, uncertain about, an uncertain future. Unsure is a close synonym. Certain and sure are opposites. Uncertainty is the noun (already a higher word in some lists). Do not write uncertain when you mean uncertainty, or uncle.

Meaning

Not sure; not knowing what will happen or what to do.

Examples

• “I am uncertain about which course to choose.”
• “She is still uncertain which bus to take.”
• “The weather for the picnic is uncertain.”

Good to know

uncertain about / an uncertain future. Synonym: unsure. Opposite: certain, sure.

Near in meaning

unsure

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