Meaning & use
tentatively
In a hesitant or cautious way, especially because of uncertainty or lack of confidence.
See it in a sentence
She tentatively raised her hand to ask a difficult question.
The meeting is tentatively scheduled for next Tuesday, pending confirmation.
A note on using this word
Tentatively often describes plans that are not yet final, as well as hesitant physical actions or speech.
Words with a similar meaning
hesitantlycautiously
Choose a synonym to suit the sentence. Meanings can overlap without being identical.
Words with an opposite meaning
confidentlyfirmly
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