Unsure

/ʌnˈʃʊr/

Meaning & Definition

adjective
Not certain or confident about something.
She felt unsure about her decision to accept the job offer.
Lacking confidence or assurance.
He was unsure of himself during the presentation.
Having doubts or hesitations.
I'm unsure whether I should go to the party or stay home.

Etymology

Combining 'un-' meaning 'not' with 'sure'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

I am unsure
expressing doubt about a decision or situation
unsure of oneself
lacking confidence in one's abilities or decisions
unsure about something
having doubts regarding a specific matter

Related Words

uncertainty
the state of being uncertain; doubt
hesitance
the quality of being hesitant; uncertainty
doubt
a feeling of uncertainty or lack of conviction

Slang Meanings

iffy
The plan seemed a bit iffy, so we held off.
on the fence
I'm still on the fence about which job to take.