uncertain
/ʌnˈsɜːtn/ · /ʌnˈsɝːtən/
CEFR level B1Topic ThinkingWord #2472 in the learning path
不确定的；无把握的
Definitions
adj. not sure about something
不确定的；无把握的
adj. not known, settled, or predictable
未定的；难以预测的
Example
I felt uncertain about which jacket to buy.
我拿不定主意该买哪件夹克。
The long-term effects of remote working remain uncertain, particularly for younger employees entering the labour market.
远程工作的长期影响仍不明确，对刚进入劳动力市场的年轻员工而言尤其如此。
Collocations
- uncertain about
- an uncertain future
- remain uncertain
Word family
- certainty (n.)
- uncertainty (n.)
- certain (adj.)
- uncertainly (adv.)
Synonyms
- unsure
- doubtful
Antonyms
- certain
- sure
Usage tip
人没把握用uncertain about；事情未定用remain uncertain。
FAQ
- What does uncertain mean?
- not sure about something not known, settled, or predictable
- How is uncertain pronounced?
- UK /ʌnˈsɜːtn/, US /ʌnˈsɝːtən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
