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Term: Opposite Word to Tentative

Definition:

The opposite word to "tentative" describes something or someone that is definite, confident, or certain.

Sense 1:

Adjective:

• Positive: decisive, certain
• Negative: hesitant, indecisive

Sample Sentences:

1. After careful consideration, Mary made a decisive choice and enrolled in the advanced program.
2. John always second-guesses himself, appearing hesitant and indecisive in critical situations.

Sense 2:

Noun:

• Positive: certainty, confidence
• Negative: doubt, uncertainty

Sample Sentences:

1. Carol spoke with certainty as she presented the findings from her research.
2. The defendant's doubt created reasonable uncertainty about his alibi.

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