uncertainly meaning

UK US /ənˈsɝtənli/ 4 syllables

uncertainly (adverb): in an unsteady manner.

uncertainly has 2 meanings in this dictionary.

uncertainly as an adverb

  1. 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

  2. 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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