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 life has returned to some sense of normalcy, Minnesota's immigrant community says they still grapple with residual trauma, economic impacts and uncertainties surrounding immigration status.

From BBC • Jun. 25, 2026

“Putting money aside to protect ourselves from future uncertainties isn’t just good government; it’s common sense,” Newsom said in a statement.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 23, 2026

Geopolitical and economic uncertainties have many investors on edge, and price/earnings ratios for U.S. market leaders are at historic highs.

From Barron's • Jun. 18, 2026

That should reduce one of the biggest financial uncertainties people face as we age — the cost of healthcare.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 18, 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