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

Looking further out, the tentative, long-term return of Venezuelan supply promises to add further barrels to global balances over the coming years. — Michael Khouw, CNBC, 13 July 2026

Oman has drafted a tentative proposal to manage traffic in the strait, a source told CNN. — CNN Money, 12 July 2026

The bargaining committee of the union representing Broadway cleaners has reached a tentative contract agreement with Broadway’s theater owners, avoiding a possible strike that was authorized by the workers last week. — Greg Evans, Deadline, 9 July 2026

Traffic has picked up somewhat since a tentative deal last month included opening the waterway. — Jon Gambrell, Chicago Tribune, 9 July 2026