4
tentative(adjective, uncertain, doubtful, vague, unsure)
4
threatening(adjective, bad, heavy, uncertain, risky)
4
tottering(adjective, change, strong, weak, unsettled)
4
unhealthy(adjective, delicate, uncertain, sensitive, unstable)
4
unsubstantial
4
vacillant
4
wonky(adjective, unreliable, insecure, treacherous, incalculable)
3
acute(adjective, understanding, keen, fine, sensible)
3
arguable(adjective, uncertain, tricky, sticky, challenging)
3
borderline(adjective, uncertain, unstable, doubtful, shaky)
3
changeable(adjective, delicate, uncertain, doubtful, vague)
3
dependent
3
frail(adjective, unstable, shaky, vulnerable, dangerous)
3
harmful(adjective, risky, dangerous, unsafe)
3
hopeless(adjective, unreliable, insecure, treacherous, incalculable)
3
inconstant(adjective, delicate, doubtful, vague, changeable)
3
irresolute(adjective, doubtful, vague, changeable, unsure)
3
jeopardous(adjective, delicate, uncertain, sensitive, capable)
3
mischievous(adjective, wicked, devilish)
3
moot(adjective, uncertain, tricky, sticky, challenging)
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