uncertainties

NOUN

doubt, changeableness

Synonyms

STRONGEST

ambiguity ambivalence anxiety concern confusion distrust mistrust skepticism suspicion trouble uneasiness unpredictability worry

STRONG

bewilderment conjecture contingency dilemma disquiet doubtfulness dubiety guesswork hesitancy hesitation incertitude inconclusiveness indecision irresolution misgiving mystification oscillation perplexity puzzle puzzlement qualm quandary query reserve scruple vagueness wonder

WEAK

lack of confidence questionableness

Antonyms

STRONGEST

assurance belief calmness certainty clarity composure confidence contentment faith happiness peace trust

STRONG

reality solution sureness truth

WEAK

definiteness security

Example Sentences

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Given the uncertainties in the current economy, Price said she urges clients to control their emotions and envision a stable long-term outcome to their immediate problem.

From MarketWatch • May 1, 2026

The governor is managing a range of views as well as a wide field of uncertainties.

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

However, because it involves many calibration steps, small uncertainties can build up and affect the final result.

From Science Daily • Apr. 29, 2026

The catch is that a suitable subsoil is required, and that deep geothermal energy in particular can be hampered by high costs and uncertainties.

From Barron's • Apr. 24, 2026

He shouldn’t have; almost every night he heard his parents talking of Eb and of what uncertainties they would face if he were really a deserter and if he should suddenly appear.

From "Across Five Aprils" by Irene Hunt