doubt

doubt · noun

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Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    A feeling of uncertainty or lack of conviction.

  2. 2.

    A reason for uncertainty.

  3. 3.

    To feel uncertain about something.

  4. 4.

    To question the truth or reliability of something.

  5. 5.

    To be inclined to disbelieve.

Forms

plural: doubts

Related words

Antonyms: certainty, confidence, trust
See also: suspect, trust, uncertain
Synonyms: hesitation, skepticism, suspicion, uncertainty

Etymology

From Old French douter, from Latin dubitare meaning "to waver, hesitate, be uncertain," from dubius meaning "uncertain." The silent b reflects the Latin spelling and was reintroduced during the Renaissance.