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Precariousness

A state of being uncertain or unstable.

📖 Definitions of "Precariousness"

noun

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A state of being uncertain or unstable.
"The precariousness of political relations between the two countries could lead to war."

💡 Words with a Similar Meaning to "Precariousness"

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Word	Definition
unstableverb	Not stable.
instabilitynoun	(uncountable) The quality of being unstable.
uncertaintynoun	(uncountable) Doubt; the condition of being uncertain or without conviction.
volatilitynoun	(uncountable) The state of being unpredictable.
insecuritynoun	A lack of confidence in oneself.
hardshipnoun	Difficulty or trouble; hard times.
vulnerabilitynoun	(uncountable) The state of being vulnerable; susceptibility to attack or injury, either physical or emotional; the state or condition of being weak or poorly defended.
distressnoun	Physical or emotional discomfort, suffering, or alarm, particularly of a more acute nature.
scarcitynoun	(uncountable) The condition of something being scarce or deficient.
frailtynoun	(uncountable) The condition quality of being frail, physically, mentally, or morally; weakness of resolution; liability to be deceived.
povertynoun	The quality or state of being poor; lack of money
informalitynoun	The condition of being informal.
weaknessnoun	(uncountable) The condition of being weak.
fragilitynoun	The condition or quality of being fragile; brittleness; frangibility.
brinknoun	The edge, margin, or border of a steep place, as of a precipice; a bank or edge.
precaritynoun	(sociology) A condition of existence without predictability or security, affecting material or psychological welfare.
uncertainnessnoun	The quality of being uncertain.
questionabilitynoun	The state of being questionable.
chancinessnoun	the quality of being chancy or risky; riskiness
unsuretynoun	(obsolete) Lack of surety; uncertainty; insecurity; doubt.