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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While uncertainty lingers over improvements and timetables at LAX, the county’s second-busiest airport is on the brink of big changes.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 8, 2026

Markets are holding firm in their expectation of a 25 basis-point rate cut on Wednesday amid persistent concerns over labor-market weakness, even though uncertainty lingers over what comes next.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 9, 2025

As uncertainty lingers about who’s in charge, insecurity could worsen.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 28, 2023

Heinicke fueled hope, despite defeat, but uncertainty lingers after the loss of Fitzpatrick as Washington tries to regroup in a short week: The New York Giants visit Thursday.

From Washington Post • Sep. 12, 2021

The UK’s construction PMI survey is due this morning, and expected to show another contraction as Brexit uncertainty lingers.

From The Guardian • Nov. 4, 2019