What is the difference between “uncertainty” and “uncertainly” [closed]
Context: I was reading a book and came across the word “uncertainty” as I never saw this word before it makes me confuse.
According to Dictionnary, the definition of uncertainty is:
The state of being uncertain.
But the definition of uncertainly is as follows:
With a lack of confidence or certainty.
So I really do not understand the difference between "Uncertainty" and "Uncertainly", both seem to express the fact of being not certain of something.
Solution 1:
There is a big difference between them.
According to Cambridge Dictionary:
"uncertainly" is an ADVERB which means not confidently or surely.
"uncertainty" is a NOUN means a situation in which something is not known or certain.
She looked at John uncertainly. Life is full of uncertainties. I think that's a clear explanation.