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1
likely to change frequently, suddenly, or unexpectedly
- the stifling heat would occasionally be relieved by an uncertain breeze
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2
not feeling sure about the truth, wisdom, or trustworthiness of someone or something
- never uncertain of her political beliefs or judgment, she was a decisive and fearless leader
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- distrustful,
- doubtful,
- dubious,
- hinky
- [slang],
- mistrustful,
- skeptical,
- suspicious,
- trustless,
- unconvinced,
- undecided,
- unsettled,
- unsure
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