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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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"There are significant uncertainties to the true number of infected persons and geographic spread," the WHO said.

From Barron's • May 17, 2026

WHO director general Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus warned there are currently "significant uncertainties to the true number of infected persons and geographic spread" of the outbreak.

From BBC • May 17, 2026

The central bank noted uncertainties arising from the ongoing Middle East conflict, saying the economic impact will depend on how the situation develops.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

But with all of the uncertainties of low turnout and a potentially fractured vote, could this be the year the seat finally changes hands?

From BBC • May 7, 2026

In other ways it was edged with unique uncertainties..

From "Farewell to Manzanar" by Jeanne Houston