Unsure

Pronunciation: /ʌnˈʃʊr/

Definitions of unsure

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun, in this case 'unsure' describes a state of uncertainty or lack of confidence

Example Sentences

A1 I am unsure about the answer to this question.

A2 She seems unsure about which movie to watch.

B1 The new employee was unsure of the company's policies.

B2 He was unsure whether to accept the job offer or not.

C1 Despite his experience, he was still unsure of the outcome.

C2 The expert was unsure of the accuracy of the data.

Examples of unsure in a Sentence

formal She was unsure about the accuracy of the data presented in the report.

informal I'm feeling a bit unsure about going to the party tonight.

slang I'm totally unsure if I should text my crush or not.

figurative His mind was a maze of uncertainties, leaving him feeling unsure about his next move.

Grammatical Forms of unsure

• past tense: was unsure
• plural: unsures
• comparative: more unsure
• superlative: most unsure
• present tense: am unsure
• future tense: will be unsure
• perfect tense: have been unsure
• continuous tense: is being unsure
• singular: unsure
• positive degree: sure
• infinitive: to be unsure
• gerund: being unsure
• participle: unsure

Origin and Evolution of unsure

First Known Use: 0014 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'unsure' originated from the combination of the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'sure' meaning 'certain'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'unsure' has retained its original meaning of lacking certainty or confidence, but has also come to be used more broadly to convey a sense of doubt or indecision.