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- pronunciation:
- ten
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tihv
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adjective |
| definition 1: |
not yet fully developed or definitely decided.
We've thought of a tentative solution, but we need to discuss it with the others.- antonyms:
- definite, final
- similar words:
- indefinite, temporary, trial, unsettled
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| definition 2: |
somewhat hesitant or unsure, or showing some amount of uncertainty or hesitation.
Amy was a bit tentative when she was asked to join the swim team. She said she wanted to think about it.Mr. Lee wasn't sure if he could trust Mr. Mason, but he gave him a tentative handshake anyway.- synonyms:
- hesitant
- antonyms:
- confident
- similar words:
- doubtful, uncertain, unsure
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| derivations: |
tentatively (adv.), tentativeness (n.) |
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