English Words for "Uncertainty"

Reputedly

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used to say that something is true according to what people say, although it is uncertain

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The castle is reputedly haunted by the ghost of a former king.

The mysterious island is reputedly home to hidden treasures.

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interrogative adverb

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reputedly

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To shake

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to make something, particularly a belief or idea, less certain

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transitive

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reputedly

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Should

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used to indicate a degree of expectation regarding something that is likely to happen

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modal verb

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Somehow

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in a way or by some method that is not known or certain

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adverb of manner

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reputedly

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Supposedly

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used to suggest that something is assumed to be true, often with a hint of doubt

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adverb of manner

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reputedly

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Tentative

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not firmly established or decided, with the possibility of changes in the future

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reputedly

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Tentatively

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in a way that is not certain or definite and might be changed later

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The jury is (still) out

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/ðə dʒˈʊɹi ɪz ˈaʊt/

Idiom

‌used to express that no decision is made or no opinion is formed about something due to uncertainty

What is the origin of the idiom "the jury is out" and when to use it?

The origin of the idiom "the jury is out" can be traced back to the legal system, specifically to jury trials. In this context, after the presentation of evidence and arguments, the jury would retire to deliberate and reach a verdict. During this deliberation period, the jury would be "out" of the courtroom, away from the public eye, and engaged in discussions to determine the outcome of the case. It is commonly used in discussions, debates, or evaluations where a definitive conclusion or judgment has not yet been reached.

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repute

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reputed

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reputedly

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There is many a slip twixt cup and lip

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/ðɛɹ ɪz mˈɛni ɐ slˈɪp twˈɪkst ɔːɹ bɪtwˌiːn kˈʌp ænd lˈɪp/

Proverb

used to imply that even when something seems certain or likely to happen, there are many opportunities for it to go wrong or for unexpected events to intervene before it is actually achieved

What is the origin of the proverb "there is many a slip twixt cup and lip" and when to use it?

The origin of the proverb "there is many a slip twixt cup and lip" can be traced to medieval English literature, with a version first recorded in 1585. It highlights the gap between intention and completion, reminding people that plans and expectations can be disrupted at any stage. This proverb serves as a caution against assuming success is guaranteed, urging patience and awareness of the potential for setbacks.

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repute

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reputed

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reputedly

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There is no question of

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/ðɛɹ ɪz nˈoʊ kwˈɛstʃən ʌv/

Collocation

used to convey that something cannot happen under any given circumstances

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repute

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reputed

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reputedly

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Uncertain

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not definitively known or decided

certain

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repute

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reputedly

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Uncertainty

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something about which one cannot be certain

certainty

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Unclear

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not exactly known or expressed, often leading to confusion or ambiguity

well-defined

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Unlikely

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having a low chance of happening or being true

likely

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repute

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Unsure

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having doubts about or no confidence in someone or something

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To weaken

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to become less resolved or determined

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intransitive

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reputedly

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Would

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used to express an opinion about which one is not certain

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modal verb

transitive

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reputedly

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you can never tell

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/juː ɔːɹ wˈʌn kæn nˈɛvɚ tˈɛl/

Collocation

used to say that one can never be sure of something

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repute

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reputed

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reputedly

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