Uncertainty

to consider or regard someone or something in a particular way

Many people repute him as a generous philanthropist due to his charitable donations.

used to say that something is true according to what people say, although it is uncertain

The castle is reputedly haunted by the ghost of a former king.

to move from side to side or up and down

The cat climbed the tree, causing the branches to shake with every agile movement.

likely to move or collapse due to being poorly secured or balanced

The shaky ladder wobbled as she climbed, making her feel uneasy.

used to ask advice, questions, or making suggestions using the pronoun I or we

Shall we go to the movies tonight?

in a way or by some method that is not known or certain

Somehow, she managed to find her way home in the dark.

in some obscure manner or by some unspecified means that one does not know or understand thoroughly

used to suggest that something is assumed to be true, often with a hint of doubt

She was supposedly the last person to leave the building, according to eyewitnesses.

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.

in a way that is not certain or definite and might be changed later

She tentatively agreed to join the team, pending further details.

‌used to express that no decision is made or no opinion is formed about something due to uncertainty

The jury is out on whether the new diet trend is truly effective for long-term weight loss.

used to imply that even when something seems certain or likely to happen, there are many opportunities for it to go wrong or for unexpected events to intervene before it is actually achieved

The team was on the verge of winning the championship, but as they say, there is many a slip twixt cup and lip, and they ultimately lost the game due to a last-minute mistake.

used to convey that something cannot happen under any given circumstances

There is no question of the project being postponed.

(of a person) showing a lack of confidence and having doubts about something

She was uncertain about which job offer to accept, as both had their advantages.

a condition or situation that is unsettled, dependent on chance, or unpredictable, often causing doubt

The financial market is full of uncertainties.

not exactly known or expressed, often leading to confusion or ambiguity

It’s still unclear whether the event will be postponed due to the weather.

having doubts about the validity or credibility of something

having a low chance of happening or being true

It's unlikely that it will rain tomorrow, as the weather forecast predicts clear skies.

having doubts about or no confidence in someone or something

He was unsure if he wanted pizza or pasta for dinner.

to make something physically or structurally less strong or sturdy

Exposure to harsh weather conditions can weaken the structure of outdoor furniture.

used for forming future tenses

I will finish my homework before dinner.

used to say that one can never be sure of something

In the ever-changing world of technology, you can never tell which new innovation will become the next big thing.