uncertainness

noun

as in uncertainty

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  1. uncertainty
  2. doubt
  3. incertitude
  4. skepticism
  5. mistrust
  6. distrust
  7. suspicion
Noun
  • Analysts say the shift could reshape Africa’s automotive industry by creating jobs, developing local supply chains and accelerating adoption of electric vehicles, although weak infrastructure and policy uncertainty remain significant obstacles.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 12 Aug. 2026
  • If insurance falls short, the third line involves strategic litigation defense, aiming to settle cases early to minimize costs and uncertainty.
    — Jay Adkisson, Forbes.com, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of uncertainty
Noun
  • Was there ever any doubt Cristobal would succeed at his dream job?
    — Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 16 Aug. 2026
  • Oceanside has worked for years to get its neighbors on board with plans to restore and retain sand on its eroding beaches south of the municipal pier, but some Carlsbad residents still have their doubts.
    — Phil Diehl, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Aug. 2026
Definition of doubt
Noun
  • And yet the actor spent much of a recent conversation candidly admitting to ambivalence and incertitude.
    — New York Times, New York Times, 27 May 2021
  • In an offseason of inactivity and incertitude, Bloom’s marquee move will be hiring a new manager.
    — Globe Staff, BostonGlobe.com, 15 Jan. 2020
Definition of incertitude
Noun
  • If promises of stable electric bills and technology to reduce water usage face mass public skepticism, tech companies have only themselves to blame.
    — Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 13 Aug. 2026
  • The approval comes despite growing vaccine skepticism, especially toward mRNA vaccines following Covid-19.
    — Devika Rao, TheWeek, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of skepticism
Noun
  • Engagement between warring parties rarely extinguishes mistrust.
    — Matt Waldman, Foreign Affairs, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Civil rights advocates say the equipment will heighten mistrust of immigration agents who are already viewed unfavorably by a skeptical public.
    — Christopher Buchanan, Los Angeles Times, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of mistrust
Noun
  • However, widespread public distrust and disinformation about vaccines persist as a major challenge, threatening public health despite this scientific advancement.
    — Arthur L. Kellermann, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026
  • The threats came amid rampant speculation and scrutiny of the investigation, deepened in part by uncertainty surrounding Wells’ final hours, distrust of law enforcement and the state’s long history of racist violence.
    — Josh Kelety, Chicago Tribune, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of distrust
Noun
  • Though the 34 cameras have been mounted at intersections throughout the city for several years, there's a new wave of suspicion about them and the way they're utilized by law enforcement.
    — Nicole Comstock, CBS News, 12 Aug. 2026
  • Without an arrest, swirling suspicions were having their own corrosive effects on Incline Village, resident Michelle Pettibone said.
    — Andrew Graham, Sacbee.com, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of suspicion
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