uncertainly

see definition of uncertainly

as inirregularly
as inincoherently
as ininvisibly
as inon and off
as inso
as insuspiciously
as intentatively
as inunreliably
as invaguely
as indoubtfully

Antonyms for uncertainly

invisibly

adverb. imperceptibly

on and off

adverb. intermittent

so

adverb. to a degree

Word Origin & History

c.1300, "of indeterminate time or occurrence," from un- (1) "not" + certain (adj.). Meaning "not fully confident" is recorded from late 14c. (implied in uncertainty). Related: Uncertainly.

Example Sentences for uncertainly

Cyrus had withdrawn from the stove, and was feeling his chin, uncertainly.

The uncertainly and mystery that enveloped Eldorado was its greatest charm.

In the living-room he stood and stared about him uncertainly.

“I must go through the dining-room to get to my room,” Olive said uncertainly.

The girl's voice was colorless, and she did not look at Rufus who regarded her uncertainly.

Let us then picture, however vaguely and uncertainly, the growth of a ballad.

Sheila watched him uncertainly, and then took possession of the next room.

The soldier's voice broke off uncertainly and Gaddon laughed shortly.

Next, the knob was turned, slowly and uncertainly, as if by a child.

And after a moment's silence she laughed, uncertainly, almost nervously.

uncertainly

Synonyms for uncertainly

Antonyms for uncertainly

More words related to uncertainly

doubtfully

incoherently

invisibly

irregularly

on and off

so