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

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

Earlier measurements carried uncertainties of roughly 50 degrees Celsius, making it difficult to detect subtle changes.

From Science Daily • May 29, 2026

Amid the uncertainties, India has also been forced to liberalise its notoriously protectionist trade policy.

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

He wanted to ask her what she thought of the things they never discussed—their relationship, a future, Susan—but his uncertainties muted him each time; he was afraid of what her answers would be.

From "Half of a Yellow Sun" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie