adverb
- in a way that shows doubt or lack of confidence
- in a way that is not known or definite
Examples
- She looked around uncertainly, not sure which direction to go.
- He answered the question uncertainly, lacking confidence in his response.
- The weather forecast predicted rain, but only uncertainly.
- The child stepped uncertainly onto the ice for the first time.
- The stock market moved uncertainly throughout the day.
- She smiled uncertainly when meeting her new classmates.