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Doubt - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Doubt is a feeling of uncertainty or lack of conviction about something. It can involve questioning facts, decisions, or beliefs, often leading to hesitation or skepticism before taking action.

doubt

/daʊt/ /daʊt/

Definition:

A feeling of uncertainty or lack of conviction about something.

Synonyms:

skepticism, uncertainty, suspicion, hesitation

Part of Speech:

noun, verb

Antonyms:

certainty, confidence

Common Collocations:

cast doubt, serious doubt, no doubt, beyond doubt, reasonable doubt

Derivatives:

doubtful, doubtless, doubter

Usage Tips:

Use "doubt" as a noun for uncertainty or as a verb to express disbelief or skepticism.

Common Phrases:

beyond a shadow of a doubt, benefit of the doubt, in doubt

Etymology:

From Old French "douter," from Latin "dubitare," meaning to hesitate or waver.

Examples:

  • 1. She had no doubt about his honesty.
  • 2. I doubt he will arrive on time.
  • 3. His answer left me in serious doubt.
  • 4. There’s little doubt that she’s qualified for the job.

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