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English adjective: unsure | |||
| 1. | unsure lacking self-confidence | ||
| Samples | Stood in the doorway diffident and abashed. Problems that call for bold not timid responses. A very unsure young man. | ||
| Synonyms | diffident, shy, timid | ||
| Attribute | confidence | ||
| Antonyms | confident | ||
| 2. | unsure lacking or indicating lack of confidence or assurance | ||
| Samples | Uncertain of his convictions. Unsure of himself and his future. Moving with uncertain (or unsure) steps. An uncertain smile. Touched the ornaments with uncertain fingers. | ||
| Synonyms | incertain, uncertain | ||
| Similar | ambivalent, doubtful, dubious, groping | ||
| Attribute | assurance, authority, certainty, confidence, self-assurance, self-confidence, sureness | ||
| Antonyms | sure, certain | ||
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