Unsure: meaning, definitions and examples

Use this when someone lacks confidence or certainty about something in general.

• She was unsure about which college to choose
• He felt unsure about the outcome of the project

Use this when someone has doubts or is skeptical about a specific situation or outcome.

• He was doubtful that the weather would hold up
• Sarah seemed doubtful about the effectiveness of the new policy

Use this to describe someone who struggles to make decisions, often wavering between options.

• He is so indecisive that it took him an hour to choose a dish at the restaurant
• Mary is often indecisive about her career path

Use this when someone is reluctant or slow to act or decide due to uncertainty or fear.

• She was hesitant to speak up during the meeting
• He felt hesitant about making the big move to another city

Use when someone is not confident or certain about something.

• I'm unsure if I can make it to the party tonight

Used to describe a lack of confidence or clarity in a situation, often implying doubt or unpredictability.

• The outcome of the election remains uncertain

Suited for a situation where a decision has not yet been made, often after some consideration.

• He is still undecided about which college to attend

Used when something or someone behaves in a way that is not expected or cannot be planned for.

• The weather here is very unpredictable, so bring an umbrella