wanchancy

/ˈwɑːntʃənsi/ or /ˈwɑːntʃənzi/

Definitions

1. adjective

lacking stability or firmness; unsteady or uncertain

“The wanchancy foundation of the old building made it prone to collapse during earthquakes.”

2. noun

a person or thing having a wanchancy quality or tendency

“The wanchancy of the new employee’s performance was evident in his frequent mistakes.”

Synonyms

  • precarious
  • tenuous
  • unstable
  • unsteady

Antonyms

  • firm
  • secure
  • stable