uncertain

[/ʌnˈsɜːrtn/]

adjective

incerto

1. not able to be relied on; not known or definite

The outcome of the election is uncertain.

O resultado da eleição é incerto.

2. not sure or confident about something

I am uncertain about whether to accept the job offer.

Estou incerto se devo aceitar a oferta de emprego.

3. not clearly defined or established

The boundaries of the territory remain uncertain.

As fronteiras do território permanecem incertas.

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Regional Variations

General Brazilian

incerto

Most common usage in Brazil

General Brazilian

duvidoso

Alternative form emphasizing doubt

Portugal

incerto

Standard usage in European Portuguese

Portugal

inseguro

Alternative form when referring to personal uncertainty or lack of confidence

uncertain terms - in no uncertain terms (em termos incertos - em termos bem claros)

leave in uncertain terms (deixar em dúvida)

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