indetermination

noun

Definition of indeterminationnext
as in uncertainty

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for indetermination
  1. uncertainty
  2. incertitude
  3. doubt
  4. consideration
  5. deliberation
Noun
  • The uncertainty around his future had become an increasing distraction for the club, with negotiations lasting several weeks.
    Sebastian Stafford-Bloor, The Athletic, 9 Jan. 2025
  • What's Next The Syrian transitional government is still in its formative stages, leaving uncertainty about its implications for the country's future.
    Tommy Tuberville, Newsweek, 9 Jan. 2025
Definition of uncertainty
Noun
  • And yet the actor spent much of a recent conversation candidly admitting to ambivalence and incertitude.
    New York Times, New York Times, 27 May 2021
  • In an offseason of inactivity and incertitude, Bloom’s marquee move will be hiring a new manager.
    Globe Staff, BostonGlobe.com, 15 Jan. 2020
Definition of incertitude
Noun
  • While there have already been glimpses of this in the past with former TNA Knockouts Champion Jordynne Grace and Joe Hendry, there's no doubt fans will see more of this, especially heading into the Royal Rumble.
    David Faris, Newsweek, 18 Jan. 2025
  • In addition, conservative thought leaders — including those behind the Project 2025 playbook — have been contemplating Trump’s return for years, and have no doubt been helping Trump craft orders that are less vulnerable to legal challenges, the experts said.
    Kevin Rector, Los Angeles Times, 17 Jan. 2025
Definition of doubt
Noun
  • Given these competing considerations, the scope and limitations of these representations and warranties are often heavily negotiated and the outcome of the negotiation is largely dependent upon the bargaining power of the parties.
    AllBusiness, Forbes, 11 Jan. 2025
  • While many precautions mirror general public health guidance, pregnant people face additional considerations around maintaining prenatal care and preparing for delivery.
    Jackie Snow, Los Angeles Times, 11 Jan. 2025
Definition of consideration
Noun
  • After months of deliberation and hundreds of messages in the group chat, the third Tuesday of the month, from 4:27 P.M. to 5:36 P.M. (non-gibbous moon), seems to be the only time that works for everyone.
    Zoe Pearl, The New Yorker, 13 Jan. 2025
  • After months of deliberation among doctors, scientists, ethicists and regulators, the world’s first Covid-19 human challenge study was ultimately born in early 2021.
    Smithsonian Magazine, Smithsonian Magazine, 10 Jan. 2025
Definition of deliberation
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