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[uhn-shoor, ‐shur] / ʌnˈʃʊər, ‐ʃɜr /

ADJECTIVE

doubtful, insecure

Synonyms

STRONGEST

distrustful dubious hesitant indecisive mistrustful shaky skeptical suspicious uncertain unclear unconvinced undecided

WEAK

betwixt and between borderline fluctuant fly-by-night iffy in a quandary indeterminate irresolute lacking open problematic rootless touch and go unassured unconfident undependable unreliable unstable untrustworthy untrusty up for grabs vacillating wavering weak wimpy wobbly

Antonyms

STRONGEST

believing certain clear definite determined indubious sure trustworthy trusty undoubted unwavering

WEAK

secure

Example Sentences

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Overall, voters of all ethnic backgrounds remained significantly undecided, with 40% unsure who they plan on backing when the polls open June 2.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

Last month she said it was "part of my purpose right now" to return to work although she was unsure if she would still be able to do it.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

"It's truly very sad to know people had to abandon homes built over a lifetime, unsure if they will ever return."

From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026

The company lost focus, unsure if it was selling to sneakerheads or soccer moms.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

I look at Naano, unsure if she’s serious or teasing.

From "Zara’s Rules for Record-Breaking Fun" by Hena Khan

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