Onzeker
Example: Ik voel me onzeker over mijn filosofiehuiswerk vandaag.
Definition
"Onzeker" describes a state of feeling doubtful or lacking confidence, especially in situations involving judgment or knowledge, such as philosophical discussions or personal beliefs. It often reflects hesitation or a lack of surety about one's thoughts or decisions.
Etymology
The Dutch word "onzeker" comes from the prefix "on-" meaning 'not' and "zeker" meaning 'certain' or 'sure.' Together, they form a word that literally means 'not certain.' This construction is common in Dutch and other Germanic languages to express negation.
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"Onzeker" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Philosophy - (A1) - set 1", containing 112 commonly used words.
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