MISDOUBT Synonyms: 47 Similar and Opposite Words

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noun

Definition of misdoubt

as in doubt

a feeling or attitude that one does not know the truth, truthfulness, or trustworthiness of someone or something whatever misdoubts I had about the candidate's qualifications were erased by the interview

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verb

ˌmis-ˈdau̇t

as in to doubt

to have no trust or confidence in unexpectedly elevated to the throne, the new king acknowledged that many misdoubted his ability to lead his people

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Noun

Gabi is much younger in his experience but without doubt can deliver.

— Morgan Korn, ABC News, 8 Nov. 2026
Yet Saudi analysts have accelerated calls for a diversification of military supply chains and even nuclear energy endeavors amid doubts toward Washington's security commitments.

— Tom O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Nov. 2026

Definition of doubt

Noun

While Board members expressed support for continued efforts to fine tune the proposal in question, many for the first time indicated skepticism over the financials presented.

— Claire Murphy, Chicago Tribune, 11 Nov. 2026
Their skepticism and dissatisfaction, however, appear to have fallen most heavily upon the majority party governing from Washington.

— Robert T.F. Downes, Hartford Courant, 10 Nov. 2026

Definition of skepticism

Noun

He was arrested ⁠on suspicion of ‌offenses under sections 1 and 3 of the National Security Act, ‌the statement said.

— Mosheh Gains, NBC news, 10 Nov. 2026
Justic cast suspicion on Paul Snider, noting the prosecutors had said the killer took the time to clean up in the bathroom before leaving the home.

— Evy Lewis, Chicago Tribune, 9 Nov. 2026

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