Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

uncertainty

[uhn-sur-tn-tee] / ʌnˈsɜr tn ti /


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Zlatkin says there is still homebuyer interest but many Canadians remain hesitant to move forward while mortgage rates remain high and economic uncertainty makes taking on new debt harder.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

“War of the Worlds” remains a fascinating film within the director’s space alien canon because it has an anxiety and uncertainty that isn’t often found elsewhere.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

It also follows unprecedented attacks from Iran, which has fired thousands of drones and missiles at Gulf targets including airports, casting the wealthy region into sudden economic uncertainty.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

The pair knocked out the third seeds, but there is now uncertainty around their quarter-final match on Thursday after Mboko suffered a nasty fall.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

With no small amount of lingering uncertainty, I decided to move forward with the 60 Minutes piece.

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson




Vocabulary lists containing uncertainty


Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "uncertainty" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com