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tative
Comparative
more tentative
Superlative
most tentative
1
not firmly established or decided, with the possibility of changes in the future
- They reached a tentative agreement on the terms of the contract, pending further negotiation.
- The date for the event is tentative, as we're still waiting to confirm the availability of the venue.
- His acceptance of the job offer was tentative, as he wanted to discuss the salary before finalizing anything.
- The plan for the project is tentative, with room for adjustments as more information becomes available.
- The schedule for the meeting is tentative, depending on the availability of key participants.
2
hesitant, timid, and not having enough confidence
- She gave a tentative smile, unsure if she was saying the right thing.
- His tentative response to the question showed that he wasn’t completely sure of his answer.
- Her tentative nature made it difficult for her to make quick decisions in high-pressure situations.
- Her tentative approach to the new project reflected her lack of familiarity with the subject.
- The child gave a tentative wave, unsure if he should be noticed.