The meaning of TENTATIVE is not fully worked out or developed. How to use tentative in a sentence. A 'Tentative' Explanation

TENTATIVE definition: 1. (of a plan or idea) not certain or agreed, or (of a suggestion or action) said or done in a…. Learn more.

Tentative, from the Latin tentātīvus, "testing, trying," always describes something that is uncertain. If you make a tentative appointment, write it down in pencil, not pen, because it might have to …

Tentative agreements, plans, or arrangements are not definite or certain, but have been made as a first step. Political leaders have reached a tentative agreement to hold a preparatory …

Definition of tentative adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

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TENTATIVE meaning: 1 : not done with confidence uncertain and hesitant; 2 : not definite still able to be changed