uncertainly meaning
UK US /ənˈsɝtənli/ 4 syllables
uncertainly (adverb): in an unsteady manner.
uncertainly has 2 meanings in this dictionary.
uncertainly as an adverb
- in an unsteady manner
- he walked unsteadily toward the exit
- The wounded soldier was swinging unsteadily on his legs
Synonyms: unsteadily, falteringly
Related forms: uncertain
- showing lack of certainty
- he paused uncertainly
Related forms: uncertain
How to pronounce uncertainly
uncertainly is pronounced /ənˈsɝtənli/ in American English. It has 4 syllables, with the stress on the second syllable.
Scrabble score: 16 (letter breakdown)
Word lists: words starting with UN · words ending in LY · 11-letter words
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