Definition of Uncertainty
Uncertainty
un·cer·tain·ty


Definition/Meaning
(noun)
A state of limited knowledge or doubt about the future or outcome.

e.g. The company's uncertainty about the market led to a decline in stock prices.

(noun)
something that is not defined, certain, or known, i.e. something that is uncertain, or something that causes one to feel uncertain/doubtful;

e.g. We want to eliminate every uncertainty that we can from this situation. He accepted their offer without any uncertainty or hesitation.



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