Synonyms of tentative

tentative

adjective

ˈten-tə-tiv 

as in conditional

determined by something else

our plans are only tentative at this point and will depend on whether you can come

Synonyms & Similar Words

• conditional
• dependent
• subject (to)
• contingent (on or upon)
• limited
• liable
• uncertain
• susceptible
• restricted
• shaky
• qualified
• open
• doubtful
• modified
• questionable
• problematic
• suspect
• debatable
• iffy
• disputable
• shady
• doubtable

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• independent
• unconditional
• total
• complete
• simple
• perfect
• ultimate
• unequivocal
• unconditional
• basic
• absolute
• categorical
• outright
• utter
• fundamental
• unqualified
• primary
• consummate
• basal
• all-out
• out-and-out
• unmitigated
• unalloyed
• unadulterated
• arrant

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of tentative

The reveal highlighted how far the manufacturer has come since its tentative European motor show debut. — New Atlas, 17 Oct. 2026

The current tentative production target has been set for 2028. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 16 Oct. 2026

The tentative ordinance second reading is scheduled for December 15, and the law would go into effect 30 days after the second reading. — Sooji Nam, CBS News, 16 Oct. 2026

There’s Maja, walking towards him, from behind, tentative, yet her right arm is reaching for him, reaching around him. — Literary Hub, 14 Oct. 2026