tentative

[ten-tuh-tiv] / ˈtɛn tə tɪv /

ADJECTIVE

conditional, experimental

Synonyms

STRONGEST

unsettled

WEAK

acting ad interim conjectural contingent dependent iffy indefinite makeshift not final not settled on trial open for consideration probationary provisional provisionary provisory speculative subject to change temporary test trial unconfirmed undecided

Antonyms

WEAK

certain conclusive decisive definite final sure

ADJECTIVE

indefinite, uncertain

Synonyms

STRONGEST

cautious hesitant reluctant timid unsure wobbly

WEAK

backward diffident disinclined doubtful faltering halting irresolute undecided vacillating vacillatory

Antonyms

STRONGEST

certain definite sure

WEAK

conclusive decisive final

Example Sentences

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Four days later, the Justice Department and Live Nation announced a tentative agreement that would allow the company to avoid a breakup.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

One well-placed source has told BBC Sport that, via an intermediary, United have made a tentative enquiry about Brighton midfielder Baleba in recent months.

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026

Live Nation, the ticketing giant that reached a tentative settlement with the Department of Justice last week, remains under fire.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026

Live Nation reached a tentative settlement with the US Justice Department on Monday in the federal antitrust case brought against the entertainment giant.

From Barron's • Mar. 9, 2026

Then, in a tentative gesture, the boy lifted a hand and pointed.

From "The Fighting Ground" by Avi

tentative

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