Tentativeness

Synonyms of tentativeness

• uncertainty
• indecisiveness
• hesitancy

Antonyms of tentativeness

• certainty
• confidence
• assurance

Collocations of tentativeness

tentative agreement

Frequency: 70 %

After much discussion, they reached a tentative agreement on the terms of the contract.

tentative steps

Frequency: 60 %

She took tentative steps towards the edge of the cliff, unsure of her footing.

tentative approach

Frequency: 50 %

The team decided to take a tentative approach to the new project, gathering more information before diving in.

tentative smile

Frequency: 45 %

He gave her a tentative smile, not sure if she would reciprocate.

Idiomatic Expressions for tentativeness

• Phrase: walk on eggshells
  Meaning: to be very careful about what you say or do, showing tentativeness
  Usage: I feel like I have to walk on eggshells around my boss, always afraid of saying the wrong thing.