Uncertain: meaning, definitions and examples
๐ค
uncertain
[ สnหsษหt(ษ)n ]
feeling or showing doubt
Not able to be relied on; not known or definite.
Synonyms
ambiguous, doubtful, indecisive, insecure, unsettled
Examples of usage
- He was uncertain about the outcome of the experiment.
- She felt uncertain about her decision.
- I am uncertain whether I will be able to attend the meeting.
- The future is uncertain and full of surprises.
- I have an uncertain feeling about this situation.
Translations
Translations of the word "uncertain" in other languages:
๐ต๐น incerto
๐ฎ๐ณ เค เคจเคฟเคถเฅเคเคฟเคค
๐ฉ๐ช unsicher
๐ฎ๐ฉ tidak pasti
๐บ๐ฆ ะฝะตะฒะฟะตะฒะฝะตะฝะธะน
๐ต๐ฑ niepewny
๐ฏ๐ต ไธ็ขบใ
๐ซ๐ท incertain
๐ช๐ธ incierto
๐น๐ท belirsiz
๐ฐ๐ท ๋ถํ์คํ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุบูุฑ ู ุคูุฏ
๐จ๐ฟ nejistรฝ
๐ธ๐ฐ neistรฝ
๐จ๐ณ ไธ็กฎๅฎ
๐ธ๐ฎ negotov
๐ฎ๐ธ รณviss
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะฑะตะปะณัััะท
๐ฌ๐ช แฃแชแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ namษlum
๐ฒ๐ฝ incierto
Etymology
The word 'uncertain' originated in the mid-14th century from the Latin word 'incertus', meaning 'not sure, uncertain'. It has evolved over time to represent the state of not being definite or reliable. The concept of uncertainty is a common theme in human experiences, as we often encounter situations where we are unsure or hesitant. The word 'uncertain' captures this feeling of doubt and ambiguity, serving as a reminder of the complexity of life.
See also: certain, certainly, certainty, uncertainly, uncertainty.