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uncertainly

adverb

In an unsteady manner

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Word Facts

Word length
11
Starts with
U
Ends with
Y
Contains
NC
Scrabble score
16
CEFR level
A2

How it sounds

Pronunciation

ʌnˈsɝtn̩li

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Meaning

Definitions

adverb

  1. In an unsteady manner

    “He walked unsteadily toward the exit”

adverb

  1. Showing lack of certainty

    “He paused uncertainly”

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Example Sentences

He walked unsteadily toward the exit
The wounded soldier was swinging unsteadily on his legs
He paused uncertainly

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