tentative

About 4.99 uses per million words.

Meaning

1. noun A trial; an experiment; an attempt.
2. noun A schedule for an event or a programme.
3. adjective Of or pertaining to a trial or trials; essaying; experimental.
4. adjective Uncertain; subject to future change.

   He gave a tentative answer, unsure of the final outcome.

5. adjective Restrained; polite; feeling one's way, not using full force.

   Her tentative steps showed her nervousness as she entered the room.

Similar words

provisionary conditional probationary doubtful unsettled provisional experimental project introductory pretrial

Often followed by

and conclusions conclusion steps agreement draft in plans diagnosis

Word family

tentatives