Uncertain
Example: I feel uncertain about what will happen tomorrow.
Definition
"Uncertain" describes a state of being unsure or having doubt about something, especially regarding knowledge, outcomes, or future events. It reflects a lack of definite information or confidence, as in the example phrase: 'I feel uncertain about what will happen tomorrow.'
Etymology
The word "uncertain" comes from the Old French 'uncertains,' which combines the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' with 'certain,' derived from Latin 'certus,' meaning 'sure' or 'settled.' Did you know? The idea behind "uncertain" literally means 'not settled' or 'not sure,' perfectly capturing the feeling of doubt.
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"Uncertain" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Philosophy - (A1) - set 1", containing 112 commonly used words.
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