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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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The analysis reduced the uncertainties in those measurements by a factor of 1.6 compared with the combined results from previous experiments conducted over several decades.

From Science Daily • Jun. 12, 2026

However, rising commodity prices and ongoing global geopolitical uncertainties are noted as challenges.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

"Understandably, there are still many uncertainties and fears among the community in this rapidly evolving context," it said.

From BBC • May 23, 2026

There are still uncertainties about El Nino's arrival and impacts, and scientists caution that forecasts should be interpreted with that in mind.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

Her entire body was invaded by millions of uncertainties.

From "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie