uncertain

/ʌnsˈɜːtən/

/ənˈsɝtən/

uncertain

(of a person) showing a lack of confidence and having doubts about something

synonyms : incertain

antonyms : certain(p)

not established beyond doubt; still undecided or unknown

antonyms : certain(p)

describing something that is not decided and is unclear

antonyms : certain

not established or confirmed

synonyms : unsealed

antonyms : sealed

ambiguous (especially in the negative)

not consistent or dependable

subject to change

synonyms : changeable

Examples

1. Lately, many investors are playing the market cautiously due to uncertain economic conditions.

2. The success of the business venture was uncertain from the beginning, and now it is in the lap of the gods.

3. She was told in no uncertain terms that the magazine had no interest in her short stories.

4. While the promotion is not certain, John is hesitant to leave his current job as a bird in the hand is worth more than uncertain opportunities.