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unsure

/ unsure /
adjective/adjective satellite

Definitions & Examples

adjective Sense 1
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"
Similar:
ambivalent doubtful dubious groping hesitant
Opposites:
certain(p) sure
adjective satellite Sense 2
not safe from danger or mishap
"faced an uncertain future"
"an unsure existence"
Similar:
insecure unsafe
adjective satellite Sense 3
lacking self-confidence
"stood in the doorway diffident and abashed"
"problems that call for bold not timid responses"
"a very unsure young man"
Similar:
unconfident
Semantic Complexity
42%
Sense Count
3
Total Synonyms
8
Total Relationships
10
Times Searched
3
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Related Words

ambivalent doubtful dubious groping hesitant certain(p) sure insecure unsafe unconfident