incertain

Adjective
Synonyms: uncertainunsure

WordNet 3.0

Adjective (1)

  1. lacking or indicating lack of confidence or assurance“uncertain of his convictions”“unsure of himself and his future”“moving with uncertain (or unsure) steps”“an uncertain smile”“touched the ornaments with uncertain fingers”Synonyms: uncertainunsure
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Webster's Dictionary (GCIDE)

Incertain \In*cer"tain\, n. [Pref. in- not + certain: cf. F. incertain, L. incertus. See Certain.] Uncertain; doubtful; unsteady. -- In*cer"tain*ly, adv. [1913 Webster]

Very questionable and of uncertain truth. --Sir T. Browne. [1913 Webster]

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