B2adjectiveemotionspsychology
US/ʌnˈʃʊr/
UK/ʌnˈʃɔː/
not certain about something, or lacking confidence in yourself
In context
I am still unsure whether I should accept the job offer.
She felt unsure of herself on her first day at the new school.
Many voters remain unsure about which party to support.
Words that go with unsure
adjective + preposition
- unsure aboutHe was unsure about the new plan.
- unsure ofI am unsure of the exact date.
- unsure of yourselfDo not be shy or unsure of yourself.
adverb + adjective
- still unsureI am still unsure what to say.
- completely unsureI was completely unsure about the answer.
- rather unsureThe doctors seemed rather unsure about the cause.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
I am unsure to go.Correct: I am unsure whether to go.
Incorrect:
I am unsure with the answer.Correct: I am unsure about the answer.