unsure
|un/sure|
B1
🇺🇸
/ʌnˈʃʊr/
🇬🇧
/ʌnˈʃɔːr/
not certain
Etymology
Etymology Information
'unsure' originates from Middle English, specifically the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'sure' meaning 'certain'.
Historical Evolution
'unsure' changed from the Middle English word 'unsure' and has remained largely unchanged in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not certain or confident,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35