doubt
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1doubt

verb \ˈdat\

Definition of DOUBT

transitive verb
1
archaic
a : fear
b : suspect
2
: to be in doubt about <he doubts everyone's word>
3
a : to lack confidence in : distrust <find myself doubting him even when I know that he is honest — H. L. Mencken>
b : to consider unlikely <I doubt if I can go>
intransitive verb
: to be uncertain
doubt·able \ˈda-tə-bəl\ adjective
doubt·er noun
doubt·ing·ly \-tiŋ-lē\ adverb

Examples of DOUBT

  1. I have always doubted the existence of life on other planets.
  2. No one doubts that the mission will be a success.
  3. I seriously doubt my parents will let me go.
  4. Do you think you can come tonight? I doubt it.
  5. She doubted his ability to succeed.
  6. He said he could do it, but I couldn't help doubting him.

Origin of DOUBT

Middle English douten, from Anglo-French duter, douter, from Latin dubitare to be in doubt; akin to Latin dubius dubious
First Known Use: 13th century

Related to DOUBT

2doubt

noun

Definition of DOUBT

1
a : uncertainty of belief or opinion that often interferes with decision-making
b : a deliberate suspension of judgment
2
: a state of affairs giving rise to uncertainty, hesitation, or suspense <the outcome is still in doubt>
3
a : a lack of confidence : distrust <has doubts about his abilities>
b : an inclination not to believe or accept <a claim met with doubt>
no doubt

Examples of DOUBT

  1. I still have moments of doubt.
  2. There can be little doubt that smoking is bad for your health.
  3. I had a nagging doubt in the back of my mind.

First Known Use of DOUBT

13th century

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