Definition of Uncertainty

doubt or hesitation

Examples of Uncertainty in a sentence

With uncertainty, the young girl slowly opened the door since she was home alone and didn’t know who was knocking.  🔊

Since a ruler is not completely accurate, there may be some uncertainty with the measurement so don’t expect an exact amount.  🔊

After sales have been decreasing for the past 18 months for the Stanley Book Publishing Company, the uncertainty of the company’s future made the employees worry about their jobs.  🔊

Sylvia has some uncertainty with the seriousness of her relationship with Tony when she saw Tony kiss his ex-girlfriend.  🔊

Due to the young boy’s constant lying, uncertainty rose in me when he stated that he had finished cleaning his room so I checked it.  🔊

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